Unisex Leather Welt Work Boots from China
Durable ankle work boots with cowhide leather uppers and stitched welt to rubber outsole for safety and longevity. Under HTS 6403.91.30.91 for leather upper, ankle coverage, welt 'other' category, not qualifying as sports or protective active footwear. Suitable for light industrial tasks.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Not protective active unless water-resistant via coated textile over $24/pair (US Note)
• Provide construction diagrams showing welt to avoid 'other footwear' downgrade
• Ensure no metal toes; those may classify under safety footwear provisions