HTS 6402.91.05.00 · Chapter 64
Having uppers of which over 90 percent of the external surface area (including any accessories or reinforcements such as those mentioned in note 4(a) to this chapter) is rubber or plastics (except footwear having foxing or a foxing-like band applied or molded at the sole and overlapping the upper and except footwear designed to be worn over, or in lieu of, other footwear as a protection against water, oil, grease or chemicals or cold or inclement weather)
General (MFN) duty, special preferential rates, and where HTS 6402.91.05.00 sits in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
- 6%
- General (MFN) rate
- Free (AU,BH,…
- Special / FTA rate
- 35%
- Column 2 (non-MFN)
- Ch 64
- Footwear, gaiters and …
The verdict
At 6%, HTS 6402.91.05.00's general duty rate is well above typical US import duties, higher than 77% of the 13,544 ad-valorem (percentage-based) tariff lines in the schedule.
- 6%
- General (MFN) rate
- 77th pctl
- among ad-valorem lines
- Ch 64
- Footwear, gaiters and …
About HTS 6402.91.05.00
HTS code 6402.91.05.00 classifies imports of: Having uppers of which over 90 percent of the external surface area (including any accessories or reinforcements such as those mentioned in note 4(a) to this chapter) is rubber or plastics (except footwear having foxing or a foxing-like band applied or molded at the sole and overlapping the upper and except footwear designed to be worn over, or in lieu of, other footwear as a protection against water, oil, grease or chemicals or cold or inclement weather). This line sits within Chapter 64 (Footwear, gaiters and the like; parts of such articles), Section XII (Footwear, Headgear, Umbrellas; Prepared Feathers), and is catalogued as a tariff line in the USITC 2026 Basic Edition. Duty is calculated against units of quantity: prs.. Chapter 64 covers a broad category with many neighboring tariff lines, so double-check the classification against the closest matches before filing.
The general (MFN / Column 1 General) rate for HTS 6402.91.05.00 is 6%, which applies to most trading partners of the United States. A special preferential rate of "Free (AU,BH, CL,CO,D,E,IL, JO,KR,MA, OM,P,PA,PE, R,S,SG)" may reduce or eliminate duty when goods qualify under a free trade agreement such as USMCA, CAFTA-DR, or one of the bilateral FTAs. The Column 2 rate of 35% applies to imports from non-MFN countries such as Cuba and North Korea, a much higher historical "full" tariff.
Beyond the published rate, importers should check for Section 201 safeguards, Section 301 China tariffs, and any active AD/CVD orders that can materially change the real landed cost. Always verify the classification with a licensed customs broker before committing to a supply contract, this page is a research tool, not a customs ruling.
Duty Rate Summary, HTS 6402.91.05.00
| Rate Column | Value | Applies To |
|---|---|---|
| General (Column 1) | 6% | Most-favored-nation (MFN) trading partners, the default rate for most US imports. |
| Special | Free (AU,BH, CL,CO,D,E,IL, JO,KR,MA, OM,P,PA,PE, R,S,SG) | Preferential rates under FTAs (USMCA, CAFTA-DR, GSP, etc.) when origin qualifies. |
| Column 2 | 35% | Statutory non-MFN rate for goods from countries without normal trade relations (Cuba, North Korea). |
Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition. See methodology for refresh cadence.
Details
- Units of Quantity
- prs.
- Classification
- Tariff Line
Related Items in Chapter 64
Footwear incorporating a protective metal toe-cap
Ski-boots and snowboard boots
Having soles and uppers of which over 90 percent of the external surface area (including any accessories or reinforcements such as those mentioned in note 4(a) to this chapter) is poly(vinyl chloride), whether or not supported or lined with poly(vinyl chloride) but not otherwise supported or lined
Other
Covering the knee
Designed for use without closures
Other
Having uppers of which over 90 percent of the external surface area (including any accessories or reinforcements such as those mentioned in note 4(a) to this chapter) is rubber or plastics (except footwear having foxing or a foxing-like band applied or molded at the sole and overlapping the upper)
Other
Ski-boots, cross-country ski footwear and snowboard boots
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Understanding This Tariff
HTS 6402.91.05.00 classifies under Chapter 64 (Footwear, gaiters and the like; parts of such articles), Section XII (Footwear, Headgear, Umbrellas; Prepared Feathers). The general duty rate of 6% applies to imports from most-favored-nation (MFN) countries, which includes the majority of US trading partners. Preferential rates under free trade agreements (such as USMCA, CAFTA-DR, or bilateral FTAs) may reduce or eliminate duty for qualifying imports from partner countries.
Importers should verify the correct HTS classification with a licensed customs broker or US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) before importing. Misclassification can result in penalties, delays, and additional duties.
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Data Sources
Tariff data from the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition.
Duty rates are subject to change. Importers should verify current rates with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) before making import decisions. Additional duties, anti-dumping duties, or countervailing duties may apply.
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Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission Harmonized Tariff Schedule (2026 Basic Edition) and FAO FAOSTAT Trade: Crops and Livestock. See our methodology for how figures are computed.
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