Men's Leather Work Boots with Steel Toe

Durable leather work boots featuring a steel toe cap for protection against falling objects, designed specifically for construction and industrial work environments. The upper is predominantly leather, and the outer sole is rubber, classifying it under HTS 6403.99.90.15 as work footwear valued over $2.50/pair for other persons. This meets the criteria for non-sports, non-protective active footwear with leather uppers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10%+17.5%27.5%
🇲🇽Mexico10%+10.0%20%
🇨🇦Canada10%+10.0%20%
🇩🇪Germany10%+10.0%20%
🇯🇵Japan10%+10.0%20%

Alternative Classifications

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

6403.51.90Same rate: 27.5%

If covering ankle

Ankle-covering work boots shift to 6403.51 for leather uppers over $2.50/pair.

6403.99.60Lower: 26% vs 27.5%

If valued not over $2.50/pair

Lower value work footwear falls under the sub-$2.50/pair category.

6405.90.90Lower: 22.5% vs 27.5%

If sold as separate occupational protective components

Parts of footwear like replacement soles classify under Chapter 64 heading 6406 exclusions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify leather upper exceeds 50% external surface area per Chapter Note 4(a) with lab testing if contested

Include safety certification documents like ASTM F2413 for steel toe to avoid reclassification as casual footwear

Declare value accurately excluding retail packaging to stay over $2.50/pair threshold

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