HTS Chapter 64 — Footwear Tariff Rates (2026)

Covers all types of footwear including leather shoes, athletic shoes, rubber boots, sandals, slippers, and protective footwear.

Rate Overview

11.5%

Avg MFN Rate

10%

Section 122

N/A

Section 232

7.5-100%

Section 301 (China)

Key Headings in Chapter 64

HTS Code	Description	MFN Rate	Sec 232	Sec 301
6401	Waterproof footwear with rubber/plastic soles	37.5%	N/A	25%
6402	Other footwear with rubber/plastic soles	20%	N/A	25%
6403	Footwear with rubber/plastic soles and leather uppers	10%	N/A	25%
6404	Footwear with rubber/plastic soles and textile uppers	12.5%	N/A	25%
6405	Other footwear	12.5%	N/A	25%
6406	Parts of footwear	5.3%	N/A	25%

Common Products

Athletic shoesLeather dress shoesRubber bootsSandalsSlippersWork bootsChildren's shoesSneakers

HTS Chapter 64 covers footwear, encompassing a wide range of products that enter the United States under various tariff classifications. Covers all types of footwear including leather shoes, athletic shoes, rubber boots, sandals, slippers, and protective footwear. The average MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for products in this chapter is 11.5%. Individual rates vary significantly within the chapter, ranging from duty-free to well above the average. In addition to MFN rates, all imports face the 10% Section 122 tariff (effective February 24, 2026, expiring approximately July 24, 2026). Chinese imports in this chapter face additional Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 100%, depending on the specific product classification. Common products in this chapter include Athletic shoes, Leather dress shoes, Rubber boots, Sandals, Slippers, Work boots, Children's shoes, Sneakers. Related HTS chapters include Chapter 40, Chapter 41, Chapter 42, Chapter 61, Chapter 62, which cover similar or complementary product categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tariff rate for HTS Chapter 64 (Footwear)?

The average MFN duty rate for footwear is 11.5%. All imports also face the 10% Section 122 tariff. Chinese imports may face additional Section 301 tariffs.

What products are in HTS Chapter 64?

Chapter 64 covers footwear, including Athletic shoes, Leather dress shoes, Rubber boots, Sandals, Slippers. Related chapters include Chapter 40, Chapter 41, Chapter 42, Chapter 61, Chapter 62.

Are footwear subject to Section 232 or Section 301 tariffs?

Section 232 tariffs generally do not apply to products in this chapter. Chinese imports in this chapter face Section 301 tariffs of 7.5-100%.