Women's Suede Leather Desert Ankle Boots from Japan
Women's chukka-style desert boots with suede leather uppers covering ankle and crepe rubber soles for casual comfort. HTS 6403.91.90.45 applies as suede counts as leather per Chapter Note 3(b), women's other footwear. Non-protective, non-sports design.
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
• Suede requires same leather certification; test for Chapter 41 origin compliance
• Document non-waterproofing to avoid protective active classification in 6402.91
• Exclude ornamental braid/laces from footwear classification per Chapter Note 2