Unisex Leather Carpenter Welt Shoes

Welt-constructed leather shoes reinforced for carpenters, with rubber soles for grip on job sites. HTS 6403.99.40.20 for other work welt footwear with leather uppers (greatest surface area). Complies with notes excluding trimmings from material calculation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+17.5%22.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6403.59.60Higher: 26% vs 22.5%

If covering ankle but not over $2.50/pair

Lower-value ankle footwear in separate subheading.

6117.10.40Lower: 19% vs 22.5%

If knitted uppers even with leather overlays

Knitted/crocheted base material may dominate if not visible plastics.

4203.21Lower: 14.9% vs 22.5%

If marketed as protective work gloves instead

End-use shifts to Chapter 42 for handwear.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit construction diagrams showing welt attachment to prevent disputes

Ensure no account taken of reinforcements per note 4(a) for upper material