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Rubber Work Boot Sole from Germany

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.

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

• 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