Product classification
HS code for Leather apparel: 4203.10
Apparel, articles of apparel, of leather or of composition leather.
Classification of leather apparel under HS 4203.10
Articles of apparel made of leather or composition leather are classified under HS code 4203.10. This heading encompasses a wide range of garments designed for human wear, including coats, jackets, and trousers. The classification is strictly based on the material of the outer shell. According to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, this heading includes garments even if they are lined with other materials or have parts of other materials (such as textile collars or cuffs), provided the leather gives the item its essential character. If a garment is lined with fur or has significant fur trimming, it may be reclassified under heading 4303, depending on whether the fur is merely a decoration or provides the essential character of the garment. The Harmonized System requires that these items be finished garments or identifiable parts of garments. This code does not include headgear (Chapter 65) or footwear (Chapter 64). Importers must ensure that the leather used is genuine or composition leather, as synthetic leathers (plastics) are classified under Chapter 39. The distinction is vital for duty rates and regulatory compliance, as genuine leather often faces different trade barriers than synthetic alternatives. The term 'apparel' covers everything from heavy outerwear to lightweight leather shirts and skirts.
- Covers
- Leather jackets and blazers
- Leather overcoats and trench coats
- Leather trousers and breeches
- Leather skirts and dresses
- Leather waistcoats (vests)
- Leather shorts
- Also under 4203.10
- Schott Perfecto leather jacket
- Belstaff Roadmaster jacket
- Saint Laurent leather trousers
- Coach leather trench coat
Codes often confused with 4203.10
Common mistake. Leather apparel is often misclassified under 4303.10 if it contains fur, but 4303 is only for garments where furskin is the primary material. Another common error is using 6201 or 6202, which are for textile coats and jackets. If the garment is made of 'vegan leather' (polyurethane or PVC), it must be classified under 3926.20 as plastic apparel rather than 4203.10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 420310 (the code used for leather apparel), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 420310 (the code used for leather apparel) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 420310, not only leather apparel.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $648M 22% of world exports
- 2 India $399M 14% of world exports
- 3 France $303M 10% of world exports
World total: $2.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $371M 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $325M 11% of world imports
- 3 France $259M 8.9% of world imports
World total: $2.9B 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 leather apparel
Brazil classifies leather apparel under NCM 4203.10.00: HS 4203.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about leather apparel
What is the HS code for Leather apparel?
The HS code for Leather apparel is 420310 (Apparel; articles of apparel, of leather or of composition leather).
How do I classify Leather apparel for customs?
Leather apparel is classified under HS code 420310 — Apparel; articles of apparel, of leather or of composition leather. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for leather jackets?
The HS code for leather jackets is 4203.10. This code applies to all garments made of natural or composition leather.
Does this code include leather gloves?
No, leather gloves are classified under subheadings 4203.21 (for sports) or 4203.29 (other), not under the general apparel code 4203.10.
Which countries are the top exporters of leather apparel (HS 420310)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 420310 (the code used for leather apparel) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($648M, 22% of world exports), India ($399M) and France ($303M). World exports came to about $2.9B, 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 leather apparel (HS 420310)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 420310 (the code used for leather apparel) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($371M, 13% of world imports), Germany ($325M) and France ($259M). World imports came to about $2.9B, 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.
Is the HS code for Leather apparel the same in all countries?
The base HS code 420310 for Leather apparel is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for leather apparel in Brazil?
In Brazil, leather apparel (HS 420310) is classified under NCM 4203.10.00.