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

HS v2022 Code: 640359

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

HS code 640359 covers a wide range of non-ankle-covering leather footwear products. This industry plays a crucial role in the global fashion and retail sectors, providing comfortable and durable footwear options for consumers worldwide. As a labor-intensive industry, it is an important source of employment in many countries, particularly those with established leather production capabilities.

Production process

The production of footwear under HS code 640359 typically involves several key steps. First, the leather uppers are cut and shaped according to the desired design. The soles, which are often made of rubber or other synthetic materials, are then attached to the uppers using adhesives or stitching. Finally, the footwear is finished with any additional details, such as decorative elements or reinforcements, before being packaged and distributed.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of 640359 footwear include high-quality leather, rubber or synthetic sole materials, adhesives, and various tools and machinery for cutting, shaping, and assembling the components. Manufacturers may also rely on specialized equipment for tasks like stitching, molding, and finishing the final products. Additionally, skilled labor is a critical input, as the assembly of leather footwear often requires significant manual dexterity and attention to detail.

Production outputs

The primary output of the 640359 industry is a wide range of non-ankle-covering leather footwear, such as casual shoes, dress shoes, and sandals. These products are often consumed by 640320 Footwear; with outer soles of leather, and uppers of leather and 640351 Footwear; covering the ankle, outer soles and uppers of leather industries, as well as by individual consumers in the retail market.

Revisions to 640359

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 640359. The most recent 1 version of this code (640359) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 640359.

Family tree for footwear; n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, (not covering the ankle), outer soles and 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/v2022/640359'>640359: Footwear; n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, (not covering the ankle), outer soles and 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/v2022/640340'>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/v2022/640351'>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/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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