Safety boots Hs Code

Safety boots harmonized system code

Product Overview Safety boots classified under HS Code 640340 are specialized footwear designed to provide enhanced protection in industrial and commercial environments. These boots are constructed primarily of rubber or plastics, incorporating safety features such as slip-resistant soles, steel or composite toe caps, and puncture-resistant midsoles to comply with occupational safety standards. Typical physical specifications include water-resistant uppers, abrasion-resistant outsoles, and reinforced heel counters, with sizes ranging from EU 36 to EU 48 to accommodate diverse workforce requirements. The product classification within 640340 encompasses subcategories based on material composition—such as vulcanized rubber boots and polymer-based safety footwear—and design variants tailored for specific hazards. These boots are extensively utilized in sectors including food processing, retail logistics, and manufacturing, where foot protection against chemical spills, sharp objects, and slippery surfaces is critical. Their market positioning emphasizes durability, compliance with international safety norms (e.g., EN ISO 20345), and adaptability to rigorous workplace conditions, offering a competitive advantage in global supply chains requiring certified personal protective equipment (PPE). HS Code Classification & Trade Specifications The HS Code 640340 falls under Chapter 64, which covers footwear, gaiters, and the like; specifically, Heading 6403 pertains to footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics. The subheading 640340 delineates safety footwear with protective features such as steel or composite toe caps. This classification is justified by the material composition and the integral protective design elements that distinguish these boots from general-purpose footwear. For international trade, safety boots under this code are commonly packaged in standardized cartons with moisture-resistant liners to prevent degradation during transit. Preservation methods may include anti-fungal treatments and desiccant inserts to maintain product integrity. Shipping requirements adhere to WTO regulations, ensuring accurate documentation for customs clearance, including compliance with relevant quality standards such as ISO 20345 and ASTM F2413. Importers and customs brokers must verify conformity certificates and product testing reports to facilitate smooth cross-border transactions, aligning with harmonized tariff schedules and trade compliance protocols.

Safety boots 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.