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PVC Chemical-Resistant Boot Upper from Germany

Formed PVC upper comprising over 90% plastics, intended for chemical protective boots worn in lieu of other footwear in hazardous environments. Not designed with foxing band and unsuitable for direct assembly into finished shoes. Fits 6406.10.45.00 for protective uppers against chemicals per the subheading criteria.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide material composition certificates confirming >90% plastics; label clearly as unfinished uppers

• Avoid pitfall of classifying as safety footwear under 6403 if complete