Men's Leather Work Boots from Japan
Heavy-duty ankle leather boots for men with steel toes and rubber lug soles for construction sites. Leather uppers dominate external surface, fitting 6403.91.90 as other adult footwear excluding sports types. Provides protection but not for defined sporting activities.
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
• Certify safety features like steel toes don't alter primary material classification; disclose in entry docs
• Use ASTM testing for leather content to defend against challenges on upper material dominance
• Separate safety accessories in documentation to prevent classification as composite goods