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Leather Motorcycle Boot Upper

Reinforced leather upper for motorcycle riding boots with plastic shin guards, minimal textile (<50%). Abrasion-resistant leather dominant. Powersports assembly part.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.5%+20.0%24.5%
🇲🇽Mexico4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇨🇦Canada4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+52.5%52.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6403.12Lower: 12.5% vs 24.5%

If leather sports footwear complete

Finished motorcycle boots with leather uppers classify as sports footwear.

4203.29.30Higher: 51.5% vs 24.5%

If other leather protective gear

If protective function dominates over footwear, may shift to Chapter 42.

5811.00.10.00Higher: 50.7% vs 24.5%

If textile applique patches predominant

Heavy textile embroidery/ appliques change external material dominance.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Certify leather thickness/quality for safety gear standards

• Shin guard area excluded if 'reinforcement' per Note 4(a)

• Avoid bulk leather confusion with Chapter 41 tanned hides