Rubber Hiking Boot Bottoms from Germany
Durable rubber bottoms with aggressive lug patterns for hiking footwear, supplied separately for manufacturer assembly. HTS 6406.90.30.30 applies to rubber/plastic bottoms excluding outer sole accessories per Chapter Note 3. Greatest ground-contact area is rubber per Note 4(b).
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
• Obtain supplier affidavits confirming no textile materials provide primary durability per US Note on outer soles
• Declare exact rubber compound type (e.g
• SBR, NR) for accurate duty assessment
• Separate from spikes/cleats in packaging to avoid Chapter Note 3 exclusions