Shoe Bottom Roughening Machine

Equipment that roughens sole surfaces of shoes for better adhesive bonding during assembly. Under HTS 8453.80.00.00 for footwear making machinery other than sewing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8460.39.00Higher: 39.4% vs 17.5%

If for sharpening or roughening tools generally

Sharpening or surface finishing machines go to 8460 if not footwear-specific.

8477.10.90Higher: 38.1% vs 17.5%

If for rubber sole processing primarily

Rubber/plastics working machinery classification takes precedence.

8428.39.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If other lifting/handling equipment with roughening

If incorporating material handling functions, may shift to 8428.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include shoe sole material compatibility data (rubber/leather) in technical files

β€’ Ensure CE marking or equivalent for safety compliance in footwear machinery

β€’ Avoid general grinding machine declaration under 8460