Product classification
HS code for Leather clothing: 4203.10
Apparel, articles of apparel, of leather or of composition leather.
Classification of leather clothing under HS 4203.10
Leather clothing is classified under HS code 4203.10. This code is situated within Chapter 42, which covers articles of leather and animal gut. Heading 4203 specifically addresses articles of apparel and clothing accessories made of leather or composition leather. The subheading 4203.10 is dedicated to garments, which includes any item of clothing designed to cover the body, such as jackets, coats, trousers, and skirts. The classification applies to items made of genuine leather or composition leather (leather fibers bonded together). It is important to distinguish these from garments made of furskin, which are classified in Chapter 43. If a garment is made of textile but has leather trim, it is usually classified in Chapter 61 or 62 unless the leather provides the essential character. However, for most leather jackets and trousers, the leather is the primary component, making 4203.10 the correct designation. This code does not include footwear or headgear, which have their own respective chapters (64 and 65).
- Covers
- Leather jackets
- Leather coats and overcoats
- Leather trousers and pants
- Leather skirts
- Leather vests and waistcoats
- Composition leather blazers
- 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 clothing is often confused with 4303.10, which is for clothing made of furskin. If a jacket is lined with fur but the exterior is leather, the classification depends on which material provides the essential character, though often fur-lined leather garments stay in 4203 unless the fur is on the exterior. Another misclassification is 4203.21 or 4203.29, which are for leather gloves and mittens. Additionally, synthetic leather garments (made of plastic-coated fabric) are classified under 6113 or 6210 rather than 4203.
Top exporters and importers of HS 420310 (the code used for leather clothing), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 420310 (the code used for leather clothing) 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 clothing.
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 clothing
Brazil classifies leather clothing 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 clothing
What is the HS code for Leather clothing?
The HS code for Leather clothing is 420310 (Apparel; articles of apparel, of leather or of composition leather). The HS code for garments made of leather or composition leather is 4203.10.
How do I classify Leather clothing for customs?
Leather clothing is classified under HS code 420310 — Apparel; articles of apparel, of leather or of composition leather. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include leather gloves?
No, leather gloves are classified under a different subheading within the same heading: 4203.21 for sports gloves or 4203.29 for other types of gloves.
Which countries are the top exporters of leather clothing (HS 420310)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 420310 (the code used for leather clothing) 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 clothing (HS 420310)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 420310 (the code used for leather clothing) 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 clothing the same in all countries?
The base HS code 420310 for Leather clothing 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 clothing in Brazil?
In Brazil, leather clothing (HS 420310) is classified under NCM 4203.10.00.