Product classification
HS code for Ski boot: 9506.19
Snow-ski equipment.
Classification of ski boot under HS 9506.19
Ski boots are classified under HS code 9506.19 as part of snow-ski equipment. While footwear is generally classified in Chapter 64, Note 1(e) to Chapter 64 specifically excludes footwear of Chapter 95. Heading 95.06 covers articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports, or outdoor games. Subheading 9506.19 is a residual category for snow-ski equipment other than the skis themselves (9506.11) and ski-fastenings or bindings (9506.12). Ski boots are considered essential equipment for the sport of skiing because they are designed with rigid outer shells and specialized soles that interface directly with ski bindings to provide the necessary control, power transfer, and safety release mechanisms. They are not intended for normal walking or general use, which reinforces their classification as sports equipment rather than general footwear. This classification applies to boots designed for alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, and snowboarding. The technical construction, including the use of stiff plastics, thermal liners, and micro-adjustable buckles, is specifically engineered for the mechanical requirements of skiing.
- Covers
- Alpine ski boots
- Cross-country ski boots
- Telemark ski boots
- Snowboard boots
- Junior and racing ski boots
- Also under 9506.19
- Leki Ski Poles
- Lange Ski Boots
- Burton Snowboard Boots
- Giro Helmets
- Oakley Goggles
Codes often confused with 9506.19
Common mistake. Ski boots are frequently misclassified under 6402.12 (sports footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastic) or 6403.12 (sports footwear with leather uppers). While these codes exist in the Harmonized System, many jurisdictions prioritize the Chapter 95 classification for specialized snow-ski equipment due to the exclusionary notes in Chapter 64 regarding sports equipment.
Top exporters and importers of HS 950619 (the code used for ski boot), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 950619 (the code used for ski boot) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Czechia, with 9.4% 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 950619, not only ski boot.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $135M 40% of world exports
- 2 Austria $25M 7.4% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$21M 6.3% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $333M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Czechia $25M 9.4% of world imports
- 2 Germany $20M 7.8% of world imports
- 3 China $19M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $263M 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 ski boot
Brazil classifies ski boot under NCM 9506.19.00: HS 9506.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about ski boot
What is the HS code for Ski boot?
The HS code for Ski boot is 950619 (Snow-ski equipment).
How do I classify Ski boot for customs?
Ski boot is classified under HS code 950619 — Snow-ski equipment. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for ski boots?
The HS code for ski boots, when classified as snow-ski equipment, is 9506.19.
Does this code include snowboard boots?
Yes, snowboard boots are generally classified under the same subheading as they are specialized equipment for snow sports and function similarly to ski boots in terms of binding interface.
Which countries are the top exporters of ski boot (HS 950619)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 950619 (the code used for ski boot) in UN Comtrade data were China ($135M, 40% of world exports), Austria ($25M) and Taiwan (about $21M). World exports came to about $333M, 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 ski boot (HS 950619)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 950619 (the code used for ski boot) in UN Comtrade data were Czechia ($25M, 9.4% of world imports), Germany ($20M) and China ($19M). World imports came to about $263M, 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 Ski boot the same in all countries?
The base HS code 950619 for Ski boot 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 ski boot in Brazil?
In Brazil, ski boot (HS 950619) is classified under NCM 9506.19.00.