Product classification
HS code for Leather sports shoes: 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.
Classification of leather sports shoes under HS 6403.19
Leather sports shoes fall under HS code 6403.19. This classification falls within Chapter 64, which covers footwear and parts thereof. Heading 6403 is specifically for footwear with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather, or composition leather and uppers of leather. The "sports footwear" designation is further refined by Subheading Note 1 to Chapter 64, which defines sports footwear as footwear designed for a sporting activity and which has, or has provision for the attachment of, spikes, sprigs, stops, clips, bars, or the like. It also includes skating boots, ski-boots, and cross-country ski footwear. Subheading 6403.19 is a residual category for sports footwear that does not fall under 6403.11 or 6403.12 (ski-boots). This includes shoes for football, tennis, basketball, and gym use, provided they have leather uppers. The distinction between "sports footwear" and "casual footwear" is critical; a leather sneaker intended for fashion without specific athletic attachments or specialized construction may be classified under 6403.99 instead. The classification process requires a close examination of the sole's construction and the upper's material composition to ensure the 6403.19 code is applied correctly. The presence of leather uppers is the primary determinant for heading 6403, as opposed to 6404 which covers textile uppers.
- Covers
- Football (soccer) boots with leather uppers
- Track and field shoes with spikes
- Tennis and basketball shoes with leather uppers
- Cycling shoes with provision for clips
- Wrestling and boxing boots
- Also under 6403.19
- Adidas Copa Mundial
- Nike Tiempo Legend
- Puma King
- Common Projects Achilles Low
- Santoni Sneakers
Codes often confused with 6403.19
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 6403.99, which covers general leather footwear. If a shoe looks like a sports shoe but lacks the technical features (like spikes or specialized athletic support), it must be classified as casual footwear. Another error is using 6404.11, which is for sports footwear with textile uppers. Importers must verify if the "leather" is genuine or synthetic; synthetic leather uppers move the classification to 6402.19.
Top exporters and importers of HS 640319 (the code used for leather sports shoes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 640319 (the code used for leather sports shoes) in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 15% 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 640319, not only leather sports shoes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Indonesia $1.4B 41% of world exports
- 2 Italy $320M 9.6% of world exports
- 3 India $301M 9.1% of world exports
World total: $3.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $284M 15% of world imports
- 2 Spain $140M 7.3% of world imports
- 3 United States $120M 6.3% of world imports
World total: $1.9B 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 sports shoes
Brazil classifies leather sports shoes under NCM 6403.19.00: HS 6403.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about leather sports shoes
What is the HS code for Leather sports shoes?
The HS code for Leather sports shoes is 640319 (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). The HS code for leather sports shoes (excluding ski footwear) is 6403.19, provided the uppers are made of leather and the soles are rubber, plastic, or leather.
How do I classify Leather sports shoes for customs?
Leather sports shoes is classified under HS code 640319 — 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. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Do leather sneakers count as sports shoes?
Only if they meet the technical definition of sports footwear, such as having attachments for spikes or being specifically designed for a sport. Fashion sneakers are usually classified under 6403.99.
Which countries are the top exporters of leather sports shoes (HS 640319)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 640319 (the code used for leather sports shoes) in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($1.4B, 41% of world exports), Italy ($320M) and India ($301M). World exports came to about $3.3B, 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 sports shoes (HS 640319)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 640319 (the code used for leather sports shoes) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($284M, 15% of world imports), Spain ($140M) and the United States ($120M). World imports came to about $1.9B, 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 sports shoes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 640319 for Leather sports shoes 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 sports shoes in Brazil?
In Brazil, leather sports shoes (HS 640319) is classified under NCM 6403.19.00.