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Men's Leather Chelsea Boots

Ankle-high men's boots with elastic side panels, leather upper, and rubber sole for urban professional use. Falls under 6403.99.60 as other men's leather upper footwear without sports features. Upper material dominates external surface per tariff notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China8.5%+20.0%28.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico8.5%+10.0%18.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada8.5%+10.0%18.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+52.5%52.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6403.40.60Lower: 21% vs 28.5%

If covering ankle (boots)

Specific provision for leather upper footwear covering ankle takes precedence over 'other'.

6403.91.60Same rate: 28.5%

If upper is textile-dominant

Chapter Note 4(a) prioritizes material with greatest external surface; textiles shift heading.

6406.10Lower: 17% vs 28.5%

If imported as uppers only

Separate outer soles or uppers classify as parts under 6406, not complete footwear.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Measure upper surface area precisely; leather must exceed 50% external visibility excluding reinforcements

β€’ Include supplier certifications for leather from headings 4107/4112-4114 to avoid reclassification