Footwear; n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, (not covering the ankle), outer soles of rubber, plastics or composition leather, uppers of leather

HS v2017 Code: 640399

About footwear; n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, (not covering the ankle), outer soles of rubber, plastics or composition leather, uppers of leather

HS code 640399 covers a wide range of non-ankle-covering footwear with outer soles made of rubber, plastics, or composition leather, and uppers made of leather. This category includes a variety of casual, dress, and athletic shoes that are essential for daily life and various industries. As a key component of the global textile and apparel supply chain, the 640399 footwear industry plays a significant role in international trade and the broader economy.

Production process

The production of 640399 footwear typically involves several key steps. First, the leather uppers are cut and shaped according to the desired design. The outer soles, made of rubber, plastics, or composition leather, are then attached to the uppers using specialized adhesives and stitching techniques. Additional features, such as laces, eyelets, and decorative elements, may be added to the shoes during the assembly process. Finally, the finished footwear undergoes quality control checks before being packaged and distributed.

Production inputs

The 640399 footwear industry relies on a variety of raw materials and resources. The primary input is high-quality leather for the uppers, which is sourced from 410120 bovine hides and 410410 tanned or crust hides. Other key inputs include rubber, plastics, and composition leather for the outer soles, as well as adhesives, thread, and various hardware components. Specialized machinery, such as cutting, stitching, and sole-attaching equipment, is also essential for the production process.

Production outputs

The 640399 footwear industry produces a wide range of non-ankle-covering shoes, including casual, dress, and athletic styles. These products are consumed by a diverse range of industries and end-users, such as 640320 footwear with outer soles of leather, 640359 footwear with outer soles of rubber, plastics or composition leather, and 640419 footwear with outer soles of rubber or plastics; uppers of textile materials.

Revisions to 640399

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 640399. The most recent 1 version of this code (640399) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 640399 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for footwear; n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, (not covering the ankle), outer soles of rubber, plastics or composition leather, uppers of leather

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/64'>64: Footwear; gaiters and the like; parts of such articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6403'>6403: Footwear; with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of leather</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/640399'>640399: Footwear; n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, (not covering the ankle), outer soles of rubber, plastics or composition leather, uppers of leather</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/640312'>640312: Sports footwear; with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of leather, ski-boots, snowboard boots and cross-country ski footwear</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/640319'>640319: Sports footwear; (other than ski-boots, snowboard boots or cross-country ski footwear), with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of leather</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/640320'>640320: Footwear; with outer soles of leather, uppers consisting of leather straps across instep and around the big toe</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/640340'>640340: Footwear; with metal toe-cap, outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather, uppers of leather</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/640351'>640351: Footwear; n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, with outer soles and uppers of leather, covering the ankle</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/640359'>640359: Footwear; n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, (not covering the ankle), outer soles and uppers of leather</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/640391'>640391: Footwear; n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, covering the ankle, outer soles of rubber, plastics or composition leather, uppers of leather</a>"]

    

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