HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6403.40 – Footwear; with metal toe-cap, outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather, uppers of leather
HS code 6403.40 is the 6-digit subheading for footwear, with metal toe-cap, outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather, uppers of leather. It is used for steel-toe work boots, leather safety shoes, protective industrial boots, metal-capped construction boots and safety oxfords.
What HS 6403.40 covers
This HS code is dedicated to safety footwear, specifically those with a protective metal toe-cap, outer soles made of rubber, plastics, leather, or composition leather, and uppers of leather. This category is crucial for industries requiring foot protection against impacts and compression, such as construction, manufacturing, and heavy industry. The trade in these goods is driven by occupational safety regulations and the demand for durable, protective workwear. Major importers include industrialized nations with large workforces in hazardous environments, such as the United States, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Exporters often include countries with strong manufacturing capabilities for industrial goods, like China, Italy, and certain Eastern European nations. Key aspects of this trade involve adherence to international safety standards (e.g., ASTM, EN ISO), material quality for longevity, and ergonomic design for worker comfort.
- Covers
- Steel-toe work boots
- Leather safety shoes
- Protective industrial boots
- Metal-capped construction boots
- Safety oxfords
- Examples
Timberland PRO Pit Boss, Red Wing Heritage Iron Ranger (with safety toe variants), Caterpillar Second Shift Steel Toe, Dr. Martens Industrial, Keen Utility Pittsburgh
Codes often confused with 6403.40
Common mistake. This code is distinct from other leather boots like 640351 (leather boots covering the ankle) primarily due to the presence of the 'metal toe-cap', which is a critical safety feature.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 640340, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 640340 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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 China $759M 29% of world exports
- 2 Italy $358M 14% of world exports
- 3 Cambodia* ~$158M 6.0% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $2.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $396M 16% of world imports
- 2 Italy $215M 8.6% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $170M 6.8% of world imports
World total: $2.5B 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 6403.40
Brazil does not split HS 6403.40: its NCM code is 6403.40.00.
- 6403.40.00 Other leather-upper footwear, metal toe-capOutro calçado, com biqueira protetora de metal
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 64.03 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6403.40
What is HS code 640340?
HS code 640340 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Footwear; with metal toe-cap, outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather, uppers of leather. This HS code is dedicated to safety footwear, specifically those with a protective metal toe-cap, outer soles made of rubber, plastics, leather, or composition leather, and uppers of leather. This category is crucial for industries requiring foot protection against impacts and compression, such as construction, manufacturing, and heavy industry. The trade in these goods is driven by occupational safety regulations and the demand for durable, protective workwear. Major importers include industrialized nations with large workforces in hazardous environments, such as the United States, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Exporters often include countries with strong manufacturing capabilities for industrial goods, like China, Italy, and certain Eastern European nations. Key aspects of this trade involve adherence to international safety standards (e.g., ASTM, EN ISO), material quality for longevity, and ergonomic design for worker comfort.
What products fall under HS code 640340?
Steel-toe work boots, leather safety shoes, protective industrial boots, metal-capped construction boots, safety oxfords
What are common misclassifications for HS code 640340?
This code is distinct from other leather boots like 640351 (leather boots covering the ankle) primarily due to the presence of the 'metal toe-cap', which is a critical safety feature.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 640340?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 640340 in UN Comtrade data were China ($759M, 29% of world exports), Italy ($358M) and Cambodia (about $158M). World exports came to about $2.6B, 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 640340?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 640340 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($396M, 16% of world imports), Italy ($215M) and the United Kingdom ($170M). World imports came to about $2.5B, 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 640340 structured?
HS code 640340 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 (40) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 640340?
In Brazil, HS code 640340 is NCM 6403.40.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.