Youths Hiking Boot Leather Upper from Japan
Pre-assembled leather upper for boys' or youths' hiking boots, with reinforced toe, ankle padding, and lace provisions but lacking outer sole. Classified in HTS 6406.10.05.00 as a formed leather upper targeted for male youth footwear.
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%
Import Tips
• Use size charts proving 'youths/boys' fit (e.g
• EU 35-42) to distinguish from women's sizes
• Avoid including heel cushions as separate items; they classify under 6406.10.90 if removable
• Test for 'greatest external surface area' being leather per Chapter Note 4(a) to prevent textile downgrade