Women's Leather Safety Welt Shoes from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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