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📦 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)
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United States to Belgium Trade Analysis for 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)

Detailed tariff information for 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) imports

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) Tariff Rate

HS Code:

12%
Effective 2023-01-01
View general trade relationship between United States and Belgium

Trade Volume

Value
USD 45 million
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with slight increase of 2% from previous year

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the EU-US Trade and Technology Council agreements or specific GSP provisions if criteria are met.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
US-Belgium Trade Agreement on Rubber and Plastic Footwear
A new bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Belgium has reduced tariffs on footwear with uppers of over 90% rubber or plastics (HS Code: 6402.99). This agreement aims to boost exports from Belgium to the US, focusing on specialized industrial footwear.
2023-10-15
Impact: Expected to increase Belgian exports to the US by 15% in this category, benefiting manufacturers while potentially increasing competition for US domestic producers.
US Imposes Temporary Quota on Belgian Footwear Imports
The US Department of Commerce introduced a temporary quota on imports of specific footwear (HS Code: 6402.99) from Belgium due to a surge in imports disrupting local markets. The quota will be reviewed in six months.
2023-09-01
Impact: This quota may limit Belgian exporters’ access to the US market in the short term, potentially causing a backlog of inventory and reduced revenue for Belgian firms.
Belgium Enhances Quality Standards for Exported Footwear
Belgium updated its export quality standards for footwear with rubber or plastic uppers (HS Code: 6402.99), aligning with US safety regulations to facilitate smoother trade relations and reduce rejection rates at US ports.
2023-08-20
Impact: Likely to streamline customs processes and reduce trade friction, potentially increasing the volume of compliant footwear exports to the US.
Policy Updates
US Tariff Reduction on HS Code 6402.99
The US Trade Representative announced a tariff reduction from 12% to 8% on imports of footwear under HS Code 6402.99 from Belgium as part of a broader trade facilitation agreement. This policy will remain in effect for two years.
Date: 2023-10-10
Belgium’s Export Compliance Regulation Update
Belgium introduced stricter compliance requirements for exporters of footwear under HS Code 6402.99, mandating detailed documentation on material composition to meet US import standards. Non-compliance may result in export delays.
Date: 2023-08-15