Shoe Heel Seat Lasting Machine from Japan
Specialized equipment that forms and secures the heel seat area of shoe uppers on the last. HTS 8453.20.00.00 covers this precision footwear making machinery essential for proper heel attachment.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include video demonstrations or operational specs confirming footwear-specific design
• Document compatibility with standard shoe lasts to validate classification
• Avoid common error of classifying as parts when importing semi-assembled units