Footwear from 🇮🇹 Italy: US Import Tariffs 2026
Complete guide to US duty rates, HTS codes, and tariff overlays for footwear imported from Italy. Total 2025 imports: $2.0B.
Quick answer for US importers
What is the US import duty on footwear from Italy?
Footwear imported into the United States from Italy must be classified under the correct HTS code before the US duty rate can be confirmed. The rate depends on the 10-digit HTS classification, base MFN duty, country-of-origin rules, and any special tariff program or trade remedy that applies to the shipment.
Section 232 — Steel
25% tariff on steel imports under Section 232 national security authority.
Section 232 — Aluminum
10% tariff on aluminum imports under Section 232 national security authority.
HTS Codes for Footwear — Duty Rates
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Search Footwear HTS codesTop Footwear Imports from Italy (2025)
| HS6 Code | Description | Import Value | Duties Paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| 640399 | FOOTWEAR, WITH OUTER SOLES OF RUBBER, PLASTICS OR COMPOSITION LEATHER AND UPPERS OF LEATHER NESOI, NOT COVERING THE ANKLE | $590M | $90M |
| 640359 | FOOTWEAR, WITH OUTER SOLES AND UPPERS OF LEATHER NESOI, NOT COVERING THE ANKLE | $541M | $82M |
| 640419 | FOOTWEAR, WITH OUTER SOLES OF RUBBER OR PLASTICS AND UPPERS OF TEXTILE MATERIALS, NESOI | $174M | $33M |
| 640420 | FOOTWEAR, WITH OUTER SOLES OF LEATHER OR COMPOSITION LEATHER AND UPPERS OF TEXTILE MATERIALS | $154M | $32M |
| 640391 | FOOTWEAR, WITH OUTER SOLES OF RUBBER, PLASTICS OR COMPOSITION LEATHER AND UPPERS OF LEATHER NESOI, COVERING THE ANKLE | $149M | $23M |
| 640351 | FOOTWEAR, WITH OUTER SOLES AND UPPERS OF LEATHER NESOI, COVERING THE ANKLE | $127M | $20M |
| 640299 | FOOTWEAR, WITH OUTER SOLES AND UPPERS OF RUBBER OR PLASTICS NESOI, NOT COVERING THE ANKLE | $77M | $11M |
| 640411 | SPORTS FOOTWEAR, INCLUDING TENNIS SHOES, BASKETBALL SHOES AND GYM SHOES, WITH OUTER SOLES OF RUBBER OR PLASTICS AND UPPERS OF TEXTILE MATERIALS | $59M | $9M |
| 640590 | FOOTWEAR NESOI | $30M | $5M |
| 640212 | OTHER FOOTWEAR WITH OUTER SOLES AND UPPERS OF RUBBER OR PLASTICS: SPORTS FOOTWEAR: SKI-BOOTS AND CROSS-COUNTRY SKI FOOTWEAR AND SNOWBOARD BOOTS | $27M | $2M |
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Last verified: June 2, 2026
Rates and trade context on this page are checked against official tariff, customs, trade-policy, and import-data sources. Use the calculator for an item-specific duty stack before making entry, quote, or purchase decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the US tariff on shoes?
US footwear tariffs are very high, ranging from 0% to 67.5% depending on the material and construction. Leather shoes typically face 8-10% duties, while rubber/plastic footwear can face 20-48% rates.
Why are footwear tariffs so high?
US footwear tariffs are historically high to protect domestic manufacturers. Rates are based on material composition (rubber, leather, textile), value thresholds, and construction method, creating one of the most complex tariff schedules.
What HTS codes cover footwear?
All footwear falls under HTS Chapter 64. Key codes include 6401 (waterproof), 6402 (rubber/plastic uppers), 6403 (leather uppers), 6404 (textile uppers), and 6405 (other). Classification determines the duty rate.
What tariffs apply to footwear from Italy?
Footwear imported from Italy are subject to the standard MFN base duty rate, plus Section 232 — Steel, Section 232 — Aluminum tariff overlays. Use the duty calculator to get the exact rate for your HTS code.
How do I calculate the landed cost for footwear from Italy?
The landed cost includes the product value (FOB), ocean or air freight, insurance, US Customs duties (base rate plus any applicable overlays), Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464% of value, min $29.66), and Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125% of dutiable value). Use our landed cost calculator to get the full breakdown.
What HTS codes apply to footwear from Italy?
Footwear classifications depend on product details such as material, construction, use, and value. Start with the HTS codes listed on this page, then confirm the exact 10-digit HTS code before filing an entry.
Is this page about US import duty or Italy import duty?
This page covers US customs duty when footwear are imported into the United States from Italy. It is not Italy's own import tariff schedule for goods entering Italy.
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