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

HS v2022 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 both personal and commercial use across many 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 economic development.

Production process

The production of 640399 footwear typically involves several key steps. First, the leather uppers are cut and sewn together. The outer soles, made of rubber, plastics, or composition leather, are then attached to the uppers using adhesives or stitching. Additional components, such as insoles, laces, and decorative elements, may be added during the assembly process. Many manufacturers also incorporate advanced technologies, such as injection molding and computer-aided design, to streamline production and improve the quality and durability of the final product.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the 640399 footwear industry include high-quality leather, rubber, plastics, and other synthetic materials for the uppers and soles. Specialized machinery, such as cutting, sewing, and sole-attaching equipment, is also essential. Additionally, skilled labor, including designers, pattern makers, and production workers, is necessary to ensure the efficient and consistent manufacture of these footwear products.

Production outputs

The 640399 footwear industry produces a wide range of non-ankle-covering shoes, including casual, dress, and athletic styles, that are consumed by both individual consumers and various other industries. These footwear products may be further classified under other HS codes, such as 640320 Footwear; with outer soles of leather, and uppers of leather and 640351 Footwear; with outer soles and uppers of leather, covering the ankle.

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 version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 640399.

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/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/v2022/640399'>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/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/v2022/640359'>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/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>"]

    

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