HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6402.12 – Sports footwear; with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics, ski-boots, cross-country ski footwear and snowboard boots
HS code 6402.12 is the 6-digit subheading for sports footwear, with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics, ski-boots, cross-country ski footwear and snowboard boots. It is used for alpine ski boots, cross-country ski boots, snowboard boots, backcountry ski boots and freestyle ski boots.
What HS 6402.12 covers
This highly specific HS code targets sports footwear designed for skiing and snowboarding, characterized by outer soles and uppers made of rubber or plastics. This includes alpine ski boots, cross-country ski footwear, and snowboard boots. These high-performance boots are engineered with rigid constructions, specialized closures, and precise compatibility with specific binding systems, providing crucial support, control, and power transmission for the respective winter sports. The international trade is driven by the global winter sports industry, with demand influenced by seasonal trends, technological advancements in materials (e.g., plastics, carbon fiber), and design innovations that enhance performance and comfort. Importers are typically specialized sports retailers, outdoor equipment distributors, and winter resorts. Exporters are leading brands in winter sports equipment manufacturing. Key aspects include fit, flex index, liner technology, and binding compatibility, all critical for athlete performance and safety.
- Covers
- Alpine ski boots
- Cross-country ski boots
- Snowboard boots
- Backcountry ski boots
- Freestyle ski boots
- Touring ski boots
- Telemark ski boots
- Examples
- Salomon S/Pro Ski Boots
- Atomic Hawx Ultra Ski Boots
- Burton Photon Snowboard Boots
- Rossignol X-IUM Cross-Country Boots
- K2 Maysis Snowboard Boots
Codes often confused with 6402.12
Common mistake. This is highly specific and should not be confused with general sports footwear (e.g., 640219 for other sports footwear of rubber/plastics) or other types of boots. The explicit mention of 'ski-boots, cross-country ski footwear and snowboard boots' is the defining factor.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 640212, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 640212 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 17% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $246M 22% of world exports
- 2 Austria $188M 17% of world exports
- 3 Romania $162M 15% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Austria $179M 17% of world imports
- 2 Italy $141M 14% of world imports
- 3 United States $141M 13% of world imports
World total: $1.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 6402.12
Brazil does not split HS 6402.12: its NCM code is 6402.12.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 64.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6402.12
What is HS code 640212?
HS code 640212 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Sports footwear; with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics, ski-boots, cross-country ski footwear and snowboard boots. This highly specific HS code targets sports footwear designed for skiing and snowboarding, characterized by outer soles and uppers made of rubber or plastics. This includes alpine ski boots, cross-country ski footwear, and snowboard boots. These high-performance boots are engineered with rigid constructions, specialized closures, and precise compatibility with specific binding systems, providing crucial support, control, and power transmission for the respective winter sports. The international trade is driven by the global winter sports industry, with demand influenced by seasonal trends, technological advancements in materials (e.g., plastics, carbon fiber), and design innovations that enhance performance and comfort. Importers are typically specialized sports retailers, outdoor equipment distributors, and winter resorts. Exporters are leading brands in winter sports equipment manufacturing. Key aspects include fit, flex index, liner technology, and binding compatibility, all critical for athlete performance and safety.
What products fall under HS code 640212?
Alpine ski boots, cross-country ski boots, snowboard boots, backcountry ski boots, freestyle ski boots, touring ski boots, telemark ski boots
What are common misclassifications for HS code 640212?
This is highly specific and should not be confused with general sports footwear (e.g., 640219 for other sports footwear of rubber/plastics) or other types of boots. The explicit mention of 'ski-boots, cross-country ski footwear and snowboard boots' is the defining factor.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 640212?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 640212 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($246M, 22% of world exports), Austria ($188M) and Romania ($162M). World exports came to about $1.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 640212?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 640212 in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($179M, 17% of world imports), Italy ($141M) and the United States ($141M). World imports came to about $1.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 640212 structured?
HS code 640212 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (64) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 640212?
In Brazil, HS code 640212 is NCM 6402.12.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.