Plastic Toe Puffs

Molded plastic caps reinforcing the toe area of safety boots and work shoes. Classified in 6406.90.30.60 as plastic footwear parts, excluding outer soles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇲🇽Mexico5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇨🇦Canada5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇩🇪Germany5.3%+10.0%15.3%
🇯🇵Japan5.3%+10.0%15.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3926.90.45Higher: 38.5% vs 15.3%

If generic plastic safety caps

Non-footwear specific reinforcements go to other plastic articles.

6406.90Same rate: 15.3%

If metal-reinforced composites

Predominant metal content shifts to other materials subheading.

5903.90.20.00Higher: 35% vs 15.3%

If textile-coated plastic

Visible textile outer layer per Chapter Note 3(a) changes to textile heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide engineering specs showing plastic external dominance

Avoid bundling with steel toes (7308 for metal parts)