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📦 Footwear for men, with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics (except vulcanized footwear and footwear with waterproof molded or vulcanized bottoms, including bottoms comprising an outer sole and all or part of the upper; and except footwear designed to be protective that is incomplete in its condition as imported), valued over $27/pair, whose height from the bottom of the outer sole to the top of the upper does not exceed 25.4 cm, designed to be worn in lieu of, but not over, other footwear as a protection against water, oil, grease or chemicals or cold or inclement weather where such protection is imparted by the use of a laminated, but not coated, textile fabric; such footwear with openings in the bottom and/or side of the sole, or covered openings in the upper above the sole unit, or a combination thereof, designed to permit moisture vapor transport from under the foot (provide
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United States to India Trade Analysis for Footwear for men, with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics (except vulcanized footwear and footwear with waterproof molded or vulcanized bottoms, including bottoms comprising an outer sole and all or part of the upper; and except footwear designed to be protective that is incomplete in its condition as imported), valued over $27/pair, whose height from the bottom of the outer sole to the top of the upper does not exceed 25.4 cm, designed to be worn in lieu of, but not over, other footwear as a protection against water, oil, grease or chemicals or cold or inclement weather where such protection is imparted by the use of a laminated, but not coated, textile fabric; such footwear with openings in the bottom and/or side of the sole, or covered openings in the upper above the sole unit, or a combination thereof, designed to permit moisture vapor transport from under the foot (provide

Detailed tariff information for Footwear for men, with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics (except vulcanized footwear and footwear with waterproof molded or vulcanized bottoms, including bottoms comprising an outer sole and all or part of the upper; and except footwear designed to be protective that is incomplete in its condition as imported), valued over $27/pair, whose height from the bottom of the outer sole to the top of the upper does not exceed 25.4 cm, designed to be worn in lieu of, but not over, other footwear as a protection against water, oil, grease or chemicals or cold or inclement weather where such protection is imparted by the use of a laminated, but not coated, textile fabric; such footwear with openings in the bottom and/or side of the sole, or covered openings in the upper above the sole unit, or a combination thereof, designed to permit moisture vapor transport from under the foot (provide imports

Footwear for men, with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics (except vulcanized footwear and footwear with waterproof molded or vulcanized bottoms, including bottoms comprising an outer sole and all or part of the upper; and except footwear designed to be protective that is incomplete in its condition as imported), valued over $27/pair, whose height from the bottom of the outer sole to the top of the upper does not exceed 25.4 cm, designed to be worn in lieu of, but not over, other footwear as a protection against water, oil, grease or chemicals or cold or inclement weather where such protection is imparted by the use of a laminated, but not coated, textile fabric; such footwear with openings in the bottom and/or side of the sole, or covered openings in the upper above the sole unit, or a combination thereof, designed to permit moisture vapor transport from under the foot (provide Tariff Rate

HS Code:

35%
Effective April 1, 2023
View general trade relationship between United States and India

Trade Volume

Value
USD 10.5 million
Year
2022
Trend
Increasing by 5% annually due to growing demand for specialized footwear in India.

Special Rates

Preferential Tariff
0% or Reduced Rate
Applicable under specific trade agreements like the US-India Trade Agreement, subject to Rules of Origin certification and other compliance requirements.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
US-India Trade Talks Highlight Footwear Tariff Reductions
Recent trade discussions between the US and India have focused on reducing tariffs on specific footwear categories, including men's footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics (HS Code: 6402.99.31). Valued over $27/pair and designed for protection against harsh conditions, this category saw a potential tariff cut to boost bilateral trade.
2023-10-15
Impact: A reduction in tariffs could increase exports of this footwear category from India to the US, benefiting Indian manufacturers and providing US consumers with more affordable protective footwear options.
India Increases Export Incentives for Protective Footwear
India's Ministry of Commerce announced enhanced export incentives under the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme for specific footwear, including men's protective footwear (HS Code: 6402.99.31), to strengthen competitiveness in the US market.
2023-09-22
Impact: This policy is expected to boost Indian exports of protective footwear to the US by offsetting production costs, potentially increasing market share for Indian exporters.
US Importers Seek Clarity on Footwear Classification for Tariff Benefits
US footwear importers have requested clearer guidelines from US Customs and Border Protection regarding the classification of men's protective footwear (HS Code: 6402.99.31) with laminated textile fabric and specific height restrictions, to ensure eligibility for preferential tariffs under US-India trade agreements.
2023-08-30
Impact: Clearer classification guidelines could streamline imports, reduce disputes, and encourage more consistent trade flows of this footwear category between the US and India.
Policy Updates
US-India Trade Framework Agreement Update
The US and India have updated their trade framework agreement to include discussions on tariff reductions for specific footwear categories, including men's protective footwear with rubber or plastic soles and uppers (HS Code: 6402.99.31), valued over $27/pair, as part of broader efforts to enhance market access.
Date: 2023-10-10
India's Revised Export Incentive Scheme
India has revised its export incentive scheme under RoDTEP to include higher rebates for protective footwear (HS Code: 6402.99.31), aiming to support manufacturers exporting to key markets like the US by offsetting duties and taxes.
Date: 2023-09-20