Rubber Hiking Boot Bottoms from Japan
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 — 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
• 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