Shoe Nailing Machine

Automatic machine inserting nails or tacks to attach soles to shoe uppers in Goodyear welt construction. Under HTS 8453.80.00.00 for other footwear making machinery.

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.

8465.10.00Higher: 37.4% vs 17.5%

If for wood or general construction nailing

Machine tools for working wood shift away from leather/footwear.

8453.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If nailing heads or drivers as replacement parts

Parts for footwear machinery are 8453.90.30.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 17.5%

If general fastening machinery

Non-specific fastening devices to residual provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Demonstrate welt construction specificity to avoid general nailing tools

β€’ Include safety interlocks documentation for operator protection

β€’ Avoid classification as woodworking nailers under 8465