Neoprene Dive Boot Upper

Waterproof upper for scuba dive boots made from neoprene rubber sheet with minimal textile backing (<50% external). Rubber visible to naked eye qualifies per Chapter Note 3(a). Used in watersports footwear production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.5%+17.5%22%
🇲🇽Mexico4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇨🇦Canada4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇩🇪Germany4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇯🇵Japan4.5%+10.0%14.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

4008.21.00.00Higher: 35% vs 22%

If bulk neoprene sheets before cutting/shaping

Unshaped rubber sheets/plates fall under Chapter 40, not footwear-specific parts.

6406.10.77.00Higher: 28.7% vs 22%

If neoprene laminated with external textile >50%

Lamination where textile forms external surface changes material dominance.

9506.29.00Lower: 17.5% vs 22%

If sold as part of complete watersports equipment set

Articles for sports/gymnasium use including footwear parts may classify under Chapter 95 if sold as set.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Lab tests confirming neoprene as primary rubber material prevent plastics disputes

Specify 'upper only, no sole' on commercial invoice clearly