Asbestos Firefighter Boots from Germany
Protective boots for firefighters made from woven asbestos fabric and fiber mixtures, offering flame resistance. Falls under HTS 6812.91.10.00 for asbestos-based footwear articles, excluding gaskets or reinforced sheets of other headings. Essential for extreme heat exposure during emergencies.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
18.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Comply with NFPA standards for firefighting gear certification; declare asbestos content accurately on entry docs
• Avoid misdeclaration as textile-only to prevent reclassification
• Use specialized hazmat shipping