Wooden Shoe Last from Japan
A precisely carved wooden form used by shoemakers to shape and stretch footwear during production. Classified under HTS 6406.90.1000 as it is a part of footwear made entirely of wood, essential for maintaining shoe structure without being an outer sole or excluded trimming.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify wood species origin with CITES documentation if applicable to avoid endangered species restrictions
• Provide detailed manufacturing specs confirming use solely as footwear shaping tool, not furniture