HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6402.19 – Sports footwear; (other than ski-boots, snowboard boots or cross-country ski footwear), with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics
HS code 6402.19 is the 6-digit subheading for sports footwear, (other than ski-boots, snowboard boots or cross-country ski footwear), with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics. It is used for running shoes, basketball sneakers, tennis shoes, training shoes and casual athletic shoes.
What HS 6402.19 covers
This HS code encompasses a vast array of athletic footwear designed for various sports and casual activities, specifically those with outer soles and uppers made entirely of rubber or plastics, excluding specialized ski, snowboard, or cross-country ski boots. It's a significant category in international trade, driven by global demand for performance and lifestyle shoes. Major importers and exporters include countries with large manufacturing bases like China, Vietnam, and Indonesia, as well as major consumer markets such as the United States, Germany, and Japan. Key things to know involve the rapid pace of innovation in material science, the influence of fashion trends on design, and the complex supply chains involving sourcing raw materials, manufacturing, and global distribution. The market is highly competitive, with brands constantly introducing new models and technologies to capture consumer interest.
- Covers
- Running shoes
- Basketball sneakers
- Tennis shoes
- Training shoes
- Casual athletic shoes
- Synthetic football boots
- Gym trainers
- Track spikes
- Examples
- Nike Air Max
- Adidas Ultraboost
- Under Armour HOVR
- Puma RS-X
- Reebok Nano
Codes often confused with 6402.19
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 640319 (sports footwear with leather uppers) or 640411 (sports footwear with textile uppers), as the material composition of the upper is the key differentiator.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 640219, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 640219 in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 15% 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 Vietnam* ~$883M 22% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Indonesia $652M 16% of world exports
- 3 China $601M 15% of world exports
World total: $4.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $608M 15% of world imports
- 2 United States $600M 15% of world imports
- 3 Italy $250M 6.1% of world imports
World total: $4.1B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 6402.19
Brazil does not split HS 6402.19: its NCM code is 6402.19.00.
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 6402.19
What is HS code 640219?
HS code 640219 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Sports footwear; (other than ski-boots, snowboard boots or cross-country ski footwear), with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics. This HS code encompasses a vast array of athletic footwear designed for various sports and casual activities, specifically those with outer soles and uppers made entirely of rubber or plastics, excluding specialized ski, snowboard, or cross-country ski boots. It's a significant category in international trade, driven by global demand for performance and lifestyle shoes. Major importers and exporters include countries with large manufacturing bases like China, Vietnam, and Indonesia, as well as major consumer markets such as the United States, Germany, and Japan. Key things to know involve the rapid pace of innovation in material science, the influence of fashion trends on design, and the complex supply chains involving sourcing raw materials, manufacturing, and global distribution. The market is highly competitive, with brands constantly introducing new models and technologies to capture consumer interest.
What products fall under HS code 640219?
Running shoes, basketball sneakers, tennis shoes, training shoes, casual athletic shoes, synthetic football boots, gym trainers, track spikes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 640219?
This code is often confused with 640319 (sports footwear with leather uppers) or 640411 (sports footwear with textile uppers), as the material composition of the upper is the key differentiator.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 640219?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 640219 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $883M, 22% of world exports), Indonesia ($652M) and China ($601M). World exports came to about $4.1B, 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 640219?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 640219 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($608M, 15% of world imports), the United States ($600M) and Italy ($250M). World imports came to about $4.1B, 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.
How is HS code 640219 structured?
HS code 640219 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 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 640219?
In Brazil, HS code 640219 is NCM 6402.19.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.