Asbestos Heat-Resistant Clog Shoes

Clog-style shoes fabricated from reinforced asbestos fibers for kiln and oven workers. HTS 6812.91.10.00 applies to such footwear articles from asbestos mixtures, not covered by headings 6811 or 6813. High thermal insulation for prolonged heat exposure.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.3%+35.0%43.3%
🇲🇽Mexico8.3%+10.0%18.3%
🇨🇦Canada8.3%+10.0%18.3%
🇩🇪Germany8.3%+10.0%18.3%
🇯🇵Japan8.3%+10.0%18.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

6812Same rate: 43.3%

If paper, thread, woven fabric, cordage or ropes

Same asbestos basis but fabric/thread form stays in 6812.92, not footwear category.

6406.20.00.00Lower: 20.2% vs 43.3%

If uppers of textile with asbestos minor component

Parts of footwear with asbestos as minor material go to Chapter 64 heading 6406.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare exact basis (asbestos vs. asbestos-carbonate) to avoid audits; include safety data sheets

Pitfall: classifying as rubber if minor sole addition

Bond shipments pending TSCA review