Asbestos Heat-Resistant Clog Shoes from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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