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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%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

• 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