HS 6401: Waterproof footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or of plastics, the uppers of which are neither fixed to the sole nor assembled by stitching, riveting, nailing, screwing, plugging or similar processes

General Rate
0%
Sub-codes
9
GST
10%
Chapter

HS Codes Under Heading 6401

CodeDescriptionUnitGeneral Rate
6401-10-00Footwear incorporating a protective metal toe-capPr5%
6401-9Other footwear:0%
6401-92Covering the ankle but not covering the knee:0%
6401-92-10Footwear of a kind used solely or principally in conjunction with diving dress or wetsuits; ski-boots, cross-country ski footwear and snowboard bootsPr0%
6401-92-90OtherPr5%
6401-99Other:0%
6401-99-10Footwear, not covering the knee, of a kind used solely or principally in conjunction with diving dress or wetsuits; ski-boots, cross-country ski footwear and snowboard boots, not covering the kneePr0%
6401-99-20Footwear covering the kneePr0%
6401-99-90OtherPr5%

FTA Preferential Rates

These Free Trade Agreements may offer reduced duty rates for HS 6401 products:

Classification Guidance

Heading 6401 belongs to Chapter 64 in Section XII (Footwear, headgear, umbrellas).

View Chapter 64 classification notes
Notes 1. This Chapter does not cover: a. Disposable foot or shoe coverings of flimsy material (for example, paper, sheeting of plastics) without applied soles. These products are classified according to their constituent material; b. Footwear of textile material, without an outer sole glued, sewn or otherwise affixed or applied to the upper (Section XI); c. Worn footwear of 6309.00.00; d. Articles of asbestos (6812); e. Orthopaedic footwear or other orthopaedic appliances, or parts thereof (9021); or f. Toy footwear or skating boots with ice or roller skates attached; shin-guards or similar protective sportswear (Chapter 95). 2. For the purposes of 6406, "parts" does not include pegs, protectors, eyelets, hooks, buckles, ornaments, braid, laces, pompons or other trimmings (which are to be classified in their appropriate headings) or buttons or other goods of 9606. 3. For the purposes of this Chapter: 4. Subject to Note 3 to this Chapter: Subheading note 1. For the purposes of 6402.12.00, 6402.19.00, 6403.12.00, 6403.19.00 and 6404.11, "sports footwear" applies only to:

Important

Rates shown are general (MFN) duty rates. Total landed cost includes GST (10% on CIF + duty), Import Processing Charge ($50-

92), and biosecurity levy ($46.20-$73.56). Goods valued under AUD
,000 may qualify for the Low Value Imported Goods threshold. Use the calculator for a complete breakdown.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the import duty on waterproof footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or of plastics, the uppers of which are neither fixed to the sole nor assembled by stitching, riveting, nailing, screwing, plugging or similar processes in Australia?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HS 6401 (Waterproof footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or of plastics, the uppers of which are neither fixed to the sole nor assembled by stitching, riveting, nailing, screwing, plugging or similar processes) is 0%. Preferential rates may be available under 16 Free Trade Agreements.

How many sub-codes are under HS heading 6401?

There are 9 statistical codes under heading 6401 in the Australian tariff schedule. See the full table below for rates and descriptions.

Get the total landed cost for HS 6401 — duty, GST, IPC, and biosecurity included.

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