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Rubber Work Boot Sole

Heavy-duty rubber outer sole for safety work boots with slip-resistant treads and steel shank provisions. HTS 6406.20.00.00 applies to this standalone rubber sole for industrial footwear.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.7%+20.0%22.7%
🇲🇽Mexico2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇨🇦Canada2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+52.5%52.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6403.40Lower: 21% vs 22.7%

If for complete steel-toe work boots

Assembled footwear with protective features falls under protective leather footwear.

4002.99.00Higher: 37.5% vs 22.7%

If synthetic rubber in sheet form

Unvulcanized or flat rubber sheets are general rubber products.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Certify slip-resistance standards (e.g

• ASTM F1677) for customs validation in safety claims

• Separate heels and soles in packaging to maintain parts classification

• Avoid mixing with uppers in containers to prevent 'set' classification under GRI 3