Shoe Heel Roughing Blade from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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