HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6404.20 – Footwear; outer soles of leather or composition leather, uppers of textile materials
HS code 6404.20 is the 6-digit subheading for footwear, outer soles of leather or composition leather, uppers of textile materials. It is used for ballet slippers (leather sole), some espadrilles (leather sole), certain indoor slippers (leather sole), traditional textile dress shoes (leather sole) and jazz shoes (leather sole).
What HS 6404.20 covers
This HS code covers footwear with textile uppers but outer soles made of leather or composition leather. This combination is less common than rubber/plastic soles, often indicating a more traditional, specialized, or higher-end product. Trade in this category typically involves niche markets, such as certain types of dance shoes, traditional indoor footwear, or specific fashion items where the leather sole is a key feature for durability, flexibility, or aesthetic appeal. Exporters often include countries known for artisanal craftsmanship in both textiles and leather, while importers cater to consumers seeking specific qualities or traditional designs not found in mass-produced footwear. The market is smaller but values quality and specific material combinations.
- Covers
- Ballet slippers (leather sole)
- Some espadrilles (leather sole)
- Certain indoor slippers (leather sole)
- Traditional textile dress shoes (leather sole)
- Jazz shoes (leather sole)
- Examples
- Bloch Prolite II Ballet Slipper
- Repetto Cendrillon Ballerina (some versions)
- specific artisan espadrilles with leather soles
- Capezio Jazz Oxford
Codes often confused with 6404.20
Common mistake. Easily confused with 640419 if the leather sole is overlooked, or with 640520 if the sole material is not clearly identified as leather or composition leather.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 640420, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 640420 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 46% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% 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 $511M 46% of world exports
- 2 France $160M 14% of world exports
- 3 Philippines $46M 4.1% of world exports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $211M 19% of world imports
- 2 France $112M 10% of world imports
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$82M 7.5% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $1.1B 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 6404.20
Brazil does not split HS 6404.20: its NCM code is 6404.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 64.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6404.20
What is HS code 640420?
HS code 640420 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Footwear; outer soles of leather or composition leather, uppers of textile materials. This HS code covers footwear with textile uppers but outer soles made of leather or composition leather. This combination is less common than rubber/plastic soles, often indicating a more traditional, specialized, or higher-end product. Trade in this category typically involves niche markets, such as certain types of dance shoes, traditional indoor footwear, or specific fashion items where the leather sole is a key feature for durability, flexibility, or aesthetic appeal. Exporters often include countries known for artisanal craftsmanship in both textiles and leather, while importers cater to consumers seeking specific qualities or traditional designs not found in mass-produced footwear. The market is smaller but values quality and specific material combinations.
What products fall under HS code 640420?
Ballet slippers (leather sole), some espadrilles (leather sole), certain indoor slippers (leather sole), traditional textile dress shoes (leather sole), jazz shoes (leather sole)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 640420?
Easily confused with 640419 if the leather sole is overlooked, or with 640520 if the sole material is not clearly identified as leather or composition leather.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 640420?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 640420 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($511M, 46% of world exports), France ($160M) and the Philippines ($46M). 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 640420?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 640420 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($211M, 19% of world imports), France ($112M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $82M). World imports 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.
How is HS code 640420 structured?
HS code 640420 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (64) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 640420?
In Brazil, HS code 640420 is NCM 6404.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.