Women's Leather Safety Welt Shoes from Germany
Women's low-cut welt footwear made with full-grain leather uppers and protective features for construction sites. HTS 6403.99.40.20 applies due to leather uppers (dominant external surface), rubber soles, welt construction, and work designation per subheading. Excludes sports footwear per Chapter note.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide photos proving welt seam visibility to confirm construction type
• Declare exact leather type and source to meet Chapter 64 note (b) definitions
• Avoid pitfalls by distinguishing from fashion shoes; include end-use statements