Shoe Heel Roughing Blade from Japan
Abrasive-edged blade for shoe machinery that roughens heel seats for better adhesion. HTS 8208.90.3000 due to specific design for footwear pre-cementing machines. Removes smooth surfaces from leather or rubber heels.
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
• Specify abrasive grit and shoe material compatibility in import docs
• Test for wear-resistant coatings which may affect value declarations
• Avoid generic 'roughing blade' labels; specify 'shoe heel' explicitly