Shoe Bottom Roughening Machine from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include shoe sole material compatibility data (rubber/leather) in technical files
• Ensure CE marking or equivalent for safety compliance in footwear machinery
• Avoid general grinding machine declaration under 8460