Leather footwear & shoes|HS Code

Leather footwear & shoes harmonized system code

Product Overview Leather Footwear & Shoes classified under HS Code 6403 represent a broad range of footwear products that are primarily constructed from natural leather materials. These products encompass everything from casual shoes to specialized work boots, each defined by its unique structural design, material composition, and processing levels. The key characteristics of leather footwear under HS Code 6403 include the upper part made of leather, outer soles composed of rubber, plastic, leather, or composition leather, and the level of craftsmanship involved in manufacturing, such as hand or machine stitching. These products are divided into several subcategories, including sports footwear, footwear covering the ankle, footwear with a protective metal toecap, and other footwear. Commercially, these products are primarily used in retail industries, hospitality sectors, and professional environments requiring sturdy footwear like construction and manufacturing. The value proposition of leather footwear under this code lies in its durability, versatility, and superior quality, providing a competitive advantage over synthetic alternatives. HS Code Classification & Trade Specifications The complete HS Code for Leather Footwear & Shoes is 6403, structured under Chapter 64 (Footwear, gaiters and the like; parts of such articles), Heading 03 (Footwear with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of leather). The classification of this product under HS Code 6403 is due to its defining features, namely the leather upper and specific types of outer soles. Trade considerations for these products typically involve packaging in cartons or boxes to prevent damage, with desiccants for moisture control during shipping. Trade professionals must also consider the preservation method, often involving the use of protective creams or sprays to maintain the quality of the leather during transit. Quality standards for these products are guided by stringent international norms, including size consistency, material quality, and craftsmanship. The product description conforms to the World Trade Organization and customs documentation standards and is consistent with international trade classification systems, providing a clear, concise, and accurate classification for ease of trade.

Leather footwear & shoes Chapter Note

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 heading 63.09; (d) Articles of asbestos (heading 68.12); (e) Orthopaedic footwear or other orthopaedic appliances, or parts thereof (heading 90.21); 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 heading 64.06, the term “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 heading 96.06. 3.- For the purposes of this Chapter : (a) the terms “rubber” and “plastics” include woven fabrics or other textile products with an external layer of rubber or plastics being visible to the naked eye; for the purpose of this provision, no account should be taken of any resulting change of colour; and (b) the term “leather” refers to the goods of headings 41.07 and 41.12 to 41.14. 4.- Subject to Note 3 to this Chapter : (a) the material of the upper shall be taken to be the constituent material having the greatest external surface area, no account being taken of accessories or reinforcements such as ankle patches, edging, ornamentation, buckles, tabs, eyelet stays or similar attachments; (b) the constituent material of the outer sole shall be taken to be the material having the greatest surface area in contact with the ground, no account being taken of accessories or reinforcements such as spikes, bars, nails, protectors or similar attachments.