Product classification
HS code for Ski boots: 6403.12
Sports footwear, with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of leather, ski-boots, snowboard boots and cross-country ski footwear.
Classification of ski boots under HS 6403.12
The classification of ski boots under HS code 6403.12 is governed by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6. This specific code is reserved for sports footwear that features outer soles made of rubber, plastics, leather, or composition leather, while the uppers must be primarily constructed of leather. The Harmonized System distinguishes between footwear based on the material of the upper and the sole. For 6403.12, the 'sports footwear' designation is critical, as it applies to footwear designed for a sporting activity and which has, or has provision for the attachment of, spikes, sprigs, stops, clips, bars or the like. In the case of ski boots, the rigid structure and the specific design for attachment to ski bindings satisfy these requirements. The leather upper requirement is a primary differentiator; if the upper were made of plastics or textile materials, the classification would shift to different headings within Chapter 64. Customs authorities look for the specific functional characteristics of the boot, including its insulation, ankle support, and compatibility with downhill or cross-country bindings.
- Covers
- Leather-upper alpine ski boots
- Leather-upper cross-country ski boots
- Leather-upper snowboard boots
- Telemark ski boots with leather uppers
- Also under 6403.12
- Rossignol Alltrack Pro
- Burton Photon Boa
- Salomon S/Pro
- Lange RS
- Atomic Hawx Ultra
Codes often confused with 6403.12
Common mistake. The most frequent error is confusing 6403.12 with 6402.12. While both cover ski boots, 6402.12 is specifically for boots with uppers made of plastics or rubber. Given that most modern performance ski boots are made of molded plastic shells, 6402.12 is actually more common in modern trade, yet 6403.12 is often incorrectly selected by default. Additionally, general sports footwear under 6403.19 is sometimes used, but the specific provision for ski-boots in 6403.12 takes precedence.
Top exporters and importers of HS 640312 (the code used for ski boots), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 640312 (the code used for ski boots) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Qatar, with about 11% 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 640312, not only ski boots.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $9.2M 26% of world exports
- 2 China $3.7M 10% of world exports
- 3 Hungary $3.4M 9.4% of world exports
World total: $36M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Qatar* ~$2.6M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Austria $2.0M 8.2% of world imports
- 3 Germany $1.6M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $25M 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 ski boots
Brazil classifies ski boots under NCM 6403.12.00: HS 6403.12 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about ski boots
What is the HS code for Ski boots?
The HS code for Ski boots is 640312 (Sports footwear; with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of leather, ski-boots, snowboard boots and cross-country ski footwear). The HS code for ski boots with leather uppers is 6403.12, while those with plastic or rubber uppers are classified under 6402.12.
How do I classify Ski boots for customs?
Ski boots is classified under HS code 640312 — Sports footwear; with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of leather, ski-boots, snowboard boots and cross-country ski footwear. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include snowboard boots?
Yes, snowboard boots are specifically mentioned in the subheading description for 6403.12, provided they have leather uppers.
Which countries are the top exporters of ski boots (HS 640312)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 640312 (the code used for ski boots) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($9.2M, 26% of world exports), China ($3.7M) and Hungary ($3.4M). World exports came to about $36M, 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 boots (HS 640312)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 640312 (the code used for ski boots) in UN Comtrade data were Qatar (about $2.6M, 11% of world imports), Austria ($2.0M) and Germany ($1.6M). World imports came to about $25M, 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 boots the same in all countries?
The base HS code 640312 for Ski boots 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 boots in Brazil?
In Brazil, ski boots (HS 640312) is classified under NCM 6403.12.00.