HS Code Subheading

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

6403.12 Subheading
Section XII — Footwear, headgear, umbrellas, sun umbrellas, walking-sticks, seat-sticks, whips, riding-crops and parts thereof; prepared feathers and articles made therewith; artificial flowers; articles of human hair

About HS Code 640312

This HS code specifically targets high-performance sports footwear designed for winter activities: ski-boots, snowboard boots, and cross-country ski footwear. These items are characterized by outer soles made of rubber, plastics, leather, or composition leather, combined with uppers predominantly of leather. This category represents a specialized niche within the global footwear trade, catering to enthusiasts and professionals in snow sports. Key importers are countries with significant winter sports industries and popular ski resorts, such as Switzerland, Austria, France, and the United States. Exporters often include countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities for specialized sports equipment, like Italy, Germany, and China. The trade in these goods is influenced by technological advancements in materials for warmth, support, and performance, as well as seasonal demand and the overall health of the winter tourism sector.

Products Under This Code

Alpine ski boots, snowboard boots, cross-country ski boots, backcountry ski boots, telemark boots, ski touring boots

Real World Examples

Rossignol Alltrack Pro, Burton Photon Boa, Salomon S/Pro, Lange RS, Atomic Hawx Ultra

Common Misclassification

This code is distinct from 640319 (other leather sports footwear) due to its specific application for ski, snowboard, and cross-country activities, which implies specialized design and construction.

Products Classified Under 6403.12

Ski bootsSnowboard boots

Related Codes

6403.19 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 6403.20 Footwear; with outer soles of leather, uppers consisting of leather straps across instep and around the big toe 6403.40 Footwear; with metal toe-cap, outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather, uppers of leather 6403.51 Footwear; n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, with outer soles and uppers of leather, covering the ankle 6403.59 Footwear; n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, (not covering the ankle), outer soles and uppers of leather 6403.91 Footwear; n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, covering the ankle, outer soles of rubber, plastics or composition leather, uppers of leather 6403.99 Footwear; n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, (not covering the ankle), outer soles of rubber, plastics or composition leather, uppers of leather

Industry

This code belongs to the Footwear & Headgear industry.

Trade Overview

Italy, Austria, and China are key exporters, while the USA, Germany, and France are major importers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 640312?

HS code 640312 covers: 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. This HS code specifically targets high-performance sports footwear designed for winter activities: ski-boots, snowboard boots, and cross-country ski footwear. These items are characterized by outer soles made of rubber, plastics, leather, or composition leather, combined with uppers predominantly of leather. This category represents a specialized niche within the global footwear trade, catering to enthusiasts and professionals in snow sports. Key importers are countries with significant winter sports industries and popular ski resorts, such as Switzerland, Austria, France, and the United States. Exporters often include countries with advanced manufacturing capabilities for specialized sports equipment, like Italy, Germany, and China. The trade in these goods is influenced by technological advancements in materials for warmth, support, and performance, as well as seasonal demand and the overall health of the winter tourism sector.

What products fall under HS code 640312?

Alpine ski boots, snowboard boots, cross-country ski boots, backcountry ski boots, telemark boots, ski touring boots

What are common misclassifications for HS code 640312?

This code is distinct from 640319 (other leather sports footwear) due to its specific application for ski, snowboard, and cross-country activities, which implies specialized design and construction.

How is HS code 640312 structured?

HS code 640312 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (64) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.