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📦 Footwear for women, with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics (except vulcanized footwear and footwear with waterproof molded bottoms 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), not covering the ankle or having a protective metal-toe cap, valued over $25/pair, 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 includes protection against water that is imparted by the use of a laminated textile fabric (provided for in subheading 6402.99.33)
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United States to Sint Maarten (Dutch part) Trade Analysis for Footwear for women, with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics (except vulcanized footwear and footwear with waterproof molded bottoms 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), not covering the ankle or having a protective metal-toe cap, valued over $25/pair, 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 includes protection against water that is imparted by the use of a laminated textile fabric (provided for in subheading 6402.99.33)

Detailed tariff information for Footwear for women, with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics (except vulcanized footwear and footwear with waterproof molded bottoms 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), not covering the ankle or having a protective metal-toe cap, valued over $25/pair, 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 includes protection against water that is imparted by the use of a laminated textile fabric (provided for in subheading 6402.99.33) imports

Footwear for women, with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics (except vulcanized footwear and footwear with waterproof molded bottoms 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), not covering the ankle or having a protective metal-toe cap, valued over $25/pair, 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 includes protection against water that is imparted by the use of a laminated textile fabric (provided for in subheading 6402.99.33) Tariff Rate

HS Code:

6% ad valorem
Effective January 1, 2023
View general trade relationship between United States and Sint Maarten (Dutch part)

Trade Volume

Value
USD 1.2 million
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with slight increase of 2% compared to 2021

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI) for qualifying goods from designated countries, subject to rules of origin and documentation.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
US Increases Import Quotas for Specific Footwear from Sint Maarten
The United States has announced an increase in import quotas for women's footwear under HS Code 6402.99.33 from Sint Maarten (Dutch part), aiming to meet rising domestic demand for protective casual footwear.
2023-10-15
Impact: This quota increase is expected to boost trade volume between the US and Sint Maarten, potentially increasing export revenue for Sint Maarten manufacturers by 10-15% in the next fiscal year.
Sint Maarten Footwear Exporters Face New US Quality Standards
The US has introduced stricter quality control measures for imported women's footwear (HS Code 6402.99.33) from Sint Maarten to ensure compliance with safety and durability standards for protective features.
2023-09-22
Impact: Exporters may face higher compliance costs and potential delays in shipments, which could temporarily reduce trade volumes until manufacturers adapt to the new requirements.
Trade Agreement Negotiations Advance for US-Sint Maarten Footwear Sector
Negotiations between the US and Sint Maarten have progressed, focusing on reducing tariffs for women's protective footwear under HS Code 6402.99.33 to strengthen bilateral trade ties.
2023-08-30
Impact: If finalized, the agreement could lower costs for US importers, increase demand for Sint Maarten footwear, and enhance market access for exporters.
Policy Updates
US Tariff Adjustment for Footwear Imports under HS Code 6402.99.33
The US Trade Representative has announced a temporary reduction in tariffs by 2% on women's footwear valued over $25/pair from Sint Maarten (Dutch part), effective from November 1, 2023, to encourage imports of protective casual footwear.
Date: 2023-10-01
Sint Maarten Export Certification Requirement Update
Sint Maarten has updated its export certification process for footwear under HS Code 6402.99.33, requiring additional documentation on material composition to comply with US import regulations starting October 2023.
Date: 2023-09-15