Harmonized System Code Classification

The first two digits of the HS code "64" represent footwear.

Specifically, Chapter 64 includes the following types of footwear:

• Various types of shoes: including sports shoes, casual shoes, formal shoes, boots, slippers, sandals, etc.
• Soles and uppers: also includes soles and uppers used in the manufacture of shoes.
• Footwear accessories: such as laces, insoles, etc.

Reason for classification:

The HS code system classifies goods based on their function and material. Footwear, as a specialized item used to protect and provide comfort to the feet, has a unique function and purpose, and is therefore classified separately as Chapter 64.

In summary, any footwear and related accessories are typically within the scope of Chapter 64 of the HS code.

First four digits explanation:
HS Code: 6402

Classification Description: Other footwear with rubber or plastic outer soles and uppers.

Other information:

• General rate: Not provided
• Special rate: Not provided
• Rate 2: Not provided
• Quota quantity: Not provided
• Additional duty: Not provided
• Unit of measurement: Not provided

Six-digit explanation:
HS Code: 6402.19

Classification: Other footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics: --> Sports footwear: --> Other: --> Value over $12 per pair: --> Other

Meaning: Refers to other types of footwear with outer soles and uppers made of rubber or plastic, specifically sports footwear, and other sports footwear with a value over $12 per pair.

8-10 digit explanation:
HS Code: 6402190590

Classification: Other footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics: --> Sports footwear: --> Other: --> Having uppers of which over 90 percent of the external surface area (including any accessories or reinforcements such as those mentioned in note 4(a) to this chapter) is rubber or plastics (except footwear having foxing or a foxing-like band applied or molded at the sole and overlapping the upper and except footwear designed to be worn over, or in lieu of, other footwear as a protection against water, oil, grease or chemicals or cold or inclement weather): --> Golf shoes --> Other

Explanation: This HS code belongs to other types of footwear with outer soles and uppers made of rubber or plastic, specifically sports footwear. It refers specifically to golf shoes and is categorized under the "Other" category. The upper part of the shoe has more than 90% of the external surface area (including any accessories or reinforcements) made of rubber or plastic. It does not include footwear with a foxing or similar band applied or molded at the sole and overlapping the upper, nor does it include footwear designed to be worn over or instead of other footwear for protection against water, oil, grease, chemicals, cold, or adverse weather.

Examples of products: * Golf shoes made of rubber or plastic * Sports shoes with a value exceeding $12 per pair * Other types of sports footwear with rubber or plastic soles and uppers