What is the HS code for shoes & footwear?

Shoes & Footwear is classified in HS chapter 64. There is no single code: the right 6-digit subheading depends on the exact product. The code turns on the outer-sole material, the upper material, whether it covers the ankle, and the use (sports, waterproof, etc.).

How do I find the exact HS code for my product?

Describe your product in HS Mate's free lookup and it returns the 6-digit HS code with the US and EU duty and the reasoning, so you can confirm the right code before you file. For a written report you can keep, a full classification is available for a small fee.

HS Codes for Shoes & Footwear: Find the Code & US Duty

Key HS headings for shoes & footwear

Shoes & Footwear covers 25 subheadings across chapter 64. The main headings, each linking to the full list with US and EU duty:

6401.10 Footwear; waterproof, with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics, (uppers not fixed to the sole nor assembled by stitch, rivet, nail, screw, plug or similar) 37.5% 6402.12 Footwear; with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics (excluding waterproof footwear) Free 6403.12 Footwear; with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of leather Free 6404.11 Footwear; with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of textile materials 7.5% 6405.10 Footwear; other footwear n.e.c. in chapter 64 10% 6406.10 Footwear; parts of footwear; removable in-soles, heel cushions and similar articles; gaiters, le.g.ings and similar articles, and parts thereof Free

US general (MFN) duty shown. Section 301 and 2025 reciprocal tariffs may stack by origin. Run the free lookup for your exact product and both US and EU rates.

Duty on shoes & footwear

US footwear duty ranges widely, from free to over 37.5%, driven almost entirely by sole and upper material. This is one of the most error-prone categories.

Frequently asked

What is the HS code for shoes & footwear?: Shoes & Footwear is classified in HS chapter 64. There is no single code: the right 6-digit subheading depends on the exact product. The code turns on the outer-sole material, the upper material, whether it covers the ankle, and the use (sports, waterproof, etc.).
What is the US import duty on shoes & footwear?: US footwear duty ranges widely, from free to over 37.5%, driven almost entirely by sole and upper material. This is one of the most error-prone categories.
How do I find the exact HS code for my product?: Describe your product in HS Mate's free lookup and it returns the 6-digit HS code with the US and EU duty and the reasoning, so you can confirm the right code before you file. For a written report you can keep, a full classification is available for a small fee.

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