Men's Leather Chelsea Boots from China
Classic Chelsea boots for men feature a leather upper covering the ankle and an outer sole of rubber, designed for urban and casual wear. They fall under HTS 6403.91.60 as footwear for men with leather uppers and rubber soles, not specified elsewhere like sports or dress footwear. The ankle-covering design and male sizing confirm classification here.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28.5%
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
• Verify leather upper exceeds 50% external surface area per Chapter Note 4(a); provide lab tests if contested
• Declare exact measurements to confirm ankle coverage; include invoices showing men's/youths/boys sizing
• Avoid misclassification as sports footwear by ensuring no provisions for spikes or cleats