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%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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