6403.99.90.15/Leather Mechanic Work Shoes/Japan

Leather Mechanic Work Shoes from Japan

Oil-resistant leather shoes with grippy rubber soles designed for auto mechanics working in garage settings. Meets HTS 6403.99.90.15 as leather upper work footwear valued over $2.50/pair, not sports or active protective.

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%

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Import Tips

• Certify oil resistance to support work classification

• Avoid bulk packaging declaration that drops per-pair value below threshold

• Prepare for CBP queries on leather vs composition leather soles