Men's Leather Welt Chelsea Boots from Japan
These ankle-high Chelsea boots feature a leather upper and a welted construction where the upper is stitched to a welt strip before attaching the rubber outsole, distinguishing them as welt footwear. Classified under HTS 6403.91.30.91 due to the leather upper (dominant external surface), ankle coverage, and welt construction not fitting sports footwear definitions. The full-grain leather provides durability for casual and dress wear.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify leather upper exceeds 50% external surface area per Chapter Note 4(a); provide lab tests if contested
• Include welt construction photos in documentation to distinguish from cemented or vulcanized footwear
• Avoid misclassification as sports footwear by confirming no provisions for spikes or cleats