Footwear; with metal toe-cap, outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather, uppers of leather

HS v2022 Code: 640340

About footwear; with metal toe-cap, outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather, uppers of leather

HS code 640340 covers a broad range of footwear products that feature a metal toe-cap and outer soles made from rubber, plastics, leather, or composition leather. This category is a crucial component of the global footwear industry, which plays a significant role in international trade and the broader manufacturing sector. These specialized footwear items are widely used in various industries, from construction and mining to heavy machinery and logistics, where safety and durability are paramount considerations.

Production process

The production of footwear under HS code 640340 typically involves a multi-step process. Key steps include cutting and shaping the leather or synthetic upper materials, attaching the metal toe-cap, and affixing the rubber, plastic, or leather outer sole. Advanced techniques such as injection molding and vulcanization may be employed to ensure the durability and performance of the final product.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 640340 footwear include high-quality leather or synthetic upper materials, metal toe-caps, and durable outer sole components made from rubber, plastics, leather, or composition leather. Specialized machinery, such as cutting, stitching, and sole-attaching equipment, is also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, skilled labor and technical expertise are necessary to ensure the consistent quality and safety of these specialized footwear items.

Production outputs

Footwear classified under HS code 640340 is primarily consumed by industries that require robust, protective, and safety-focused footwear, such as construction, mining, heavy manufacturing, and logistics. These specialized footwear products may also be used in certain military and emergency services applications. Other HS codes that may consume the output of this industry include 640320 Footwear; with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of leather and 640351 Footwear; with outer soles and uppers of leather, covering the ankle, among others.

Revisions to 640340

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 640340. The most recent 1 version of this code (640340) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 640340.

Family tree for footwear; with metal toe-cap, outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather, uppers of leather

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/64'>64: Footwear; gaiters and the like; parts of such articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6403'>6403: Footwear; with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of leather</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/640340'>640340: Footwear; with metal toe-cap, outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather, uppers of leather</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/640312'>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/v2022/640319'>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/v2022/640320'>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/v2022/640351'>640351: Footwear; n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, with outer soles and uppers of leather, covering the ankle</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/640359'>640359: Footwear; n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, (not covering the ankle), outer soles and uppers of leather</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/640391'>640391: Footwear; n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, covering the ankle, outer soles of rubber, plastics or composition leather, uppers of leather</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/640399'>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>"]

    

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