Footwear; parts of footwear; removable in-soles, heel cushions and similar articles; gaiters, le.g.ings and similar articles, and parts thereof

HS v2022 Code: 6406

About footwear; parts of footwear; removable in-soles, heel cushions and similar articles; gaiters, le.g.ings and similar articles, and parts thereof

HS code 6406 covers a diverse range of products related to footwear and its components. This industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, providing essential items for consumers and serving as a key input for various other industries, such as 6401 Waterproof footwear, 6402 Other footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics, and 6403 Footwear with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of leather. The products within this code contribute to the overall comfort, functionality, and aesthetics of footwear, making it an integral part of the broader fashion and apparel industry.

Production process

The production of items under HS code 6406 involves a range of techniques, depending on the specific product. For footwear parts, such as soles, uppers, and linings, the process often includes cutting, shaping, and assembling various materials, including leather, rubber, plastics, and textiles. Removable in-soles, heel cushions, and similar articles may be manufactured through molding, cutting, and assembly processes. Gaiters, leggings, and their parts are typically produced through sewing, cutting, and finishing operations.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 6406 include raw materials such as leather, rubber, plastics, textiles, and various adhesives and fasteners. Specialized machinery, such as cutting, stitching, and molding equipment, is also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, skilled labor, particularly in areas like pattern design, cutting, and assembly, plays a crucial role in the production of these footwear-related items.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 6406 are the various components and accessories that are used in the production of finished footwear. These include soles, uppers, linings, removable in-soles, heel cushions, gaiters, leggings, and their respective parts. These outputs are then consumed by manufacturers of 6401 Waterproof footwear, 6402 Other footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics, 6403 Footwear with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of leather, and other related footwear categories.

Family tree for footwear; parts of footwear; removable in-soles, heel cushions and similar articles; gaiters, le.g.ings and similar articles, and parts thereof

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/64'>64: Footwear; gaiters and the like; parts of such articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6406'>6406: Footwear; parts of footwear; removable in-soles, heel cushions and similar articles; gaiters, le.g.ings and similar articles, and parts thereof</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6401'>6401: Footwear; waterproof, with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics, (uppers not fixed to the sole nor assembled by stitch, rivet, nail, screw, plug or similar)</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6402'>6402: Footwear; with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics (excluding waterproof footwear)</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6403'>6403: Footwear; with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of leather</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6404'>6404: Footwear; with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of textile materials</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6405'>6405: Footwear; other footwear n.e.c. in chapter 64</a>"]

    B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/640610'>640610: Footwear; parts, uppers and parts thereof, other than stiffeners</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/640620'>640620: Footwear; parts, outer soles and heels, of rubber or plastics</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/640690'>640690: Footwear; parts, n.e.c. in heading 6406</a>"]


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