Cement Shoe Sole Attaching Machine from China
Industrial press that bonds shoe soles to uppers using industrial adhesives and pressure. Classified in 8453.20.00.00 for its dedicated role in footwear assembly and repair processes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide engineering drawings showing adhesive application and pressure mechanisms specific to footwear
• Label clearly as 'footwear machinery only' to prevent classification as general pressing machinery
• Watch for undervaluation penalties when importing high-capacity factory models