Chapter 64 covers footwear, gaiters and the like, and parts thereof. This chapter includes various types of footwear other than asbestos products, worn footwear, toy footwear, sports protective gear, etc., involving the materials of outer soles and uppers, manufacturing processes, and uses. Within the chapter, tariff headings are divided by outer sole and upper materials, making it the core chapter for footwear classification in international trade. Heading 6403 covers footwear with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of leather. Under this heading, the outer sole material is not restricted, but the upper must be of leather (including composition leather). It is the primary classification heading for footwear with leather uppers, covering various styles such as athletic shoes, dress shoes, boots, etc. The first 2 digits 64 represent Chapter 64, footwear; digits 3-4, 03, represent heading 6403, i.e., footwear with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of leather; digits 5-6, 19, represent subheading 640319, specifically sports footwear. Under 6403, further subdivision is by use: 640312 for ski boots, 640319 for other sports footwear, 640320 for other footwear, etc. 640319 specifically refers to sports footwear for non-skiing purposes, such as basketball shoes, running shoes, training shoes, etc., with uppers of leather and outer soles of any material. The goods have uppers of leather, outer soles of rubber or plastics, etc., and are intended for sports use, thus classified under 640319. If the upper is of textile materials, it should be classified under 6404; if it is other footwear (non-sports), it falls under other subheadings of 6403; if it is ski boots, it is classified under 640312.

Product Name: The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared goods, which should accurately reflect the footwear characteristics, such as 'sports shoes with leather uppers'. Brand: Fill in the brand name (e.g., Nike, Adidas); if no brand, indicate 'no brand'. Item Number: Fill in the unique item number provided by the manufacturer or brand owner to identify the specific style. Upper Material: Specify the upper material, such as 'leather' or 'composition leather', which must be consistent with the test report. Outer Sole Material: Fill in the outer sole material, such as 'rubber', 'plastics', 'leather', etc. Use: Indicate the sport type, such as 'basketball', 'running', 'training', etc. Size: Fill in the shoe size range or specific size, such as 'size 42' or 'sizes 36-44'. Packaging Method: Fill in retail packaging or bulk packaging, such as 'boxed', 'bagged'. Product Name: Sports shoes with leather uppers; Brand: Nike; Item Number: CZ1234-001; Upper Material: Leather (full-grain cowhide); Outer Sole Material: Rubber; Use: Running; Size: 42; Packaging Method: Boxed. Misdeclaration of upper material, declaring artificial leather or synthetic leather as leather, leading to classification errors. Use description too broad, without specifying the sport type, may be classified under other subheadings. Ignoring the outer sole material; if the outer sole is leather, it may be classified under other subheadings of 6403 rather than 640319.

The core basis for classification is the notes to Chapter 64 and subheading notes of the Import and Export Tariff. First, determine whether the upper material is leather (heading 6403), then determine the heading based on the outer sole material (6403 includes outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather). Finally, determine the subheading based on use: ski boots under 640312, other sports footwear under 640319. Sports footwear refers to footwear specially designed for sports activities, with functional features such as anti-slip and shock absorption. 640312 Ski boots: Boots specially used for skiing, usually with rigid shells and binding devices, different in use from sports footwear under 640319. 640320 Other footwear: Uppers of leather, outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather, but not sports footwear, such as dress shoes, casual shoes. 640411 Sports footwear with textile uppers: Uppers of textile materials, outer soles of rubber or plastics, different from the leather uppers of 640319. 640219 Sports footwear with plastic uppers: Uppers of plastics, outer soles of rubber or plastics, different from the leather uppers of 640319. 640351 Footwear with leather outer soles and leather uppers: Outer soles of leather, uppers of leather, and not sports footwear, classified under 640351. Are the uppers of leather or composition leather? Are the outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather? Are they specially designed for sports? Are ski boots excluded? Are the brand and item number accurate?

How to determine whether the upper is 'leather'? According to the notes to the Import and Export Tariff, leather includes materials made from animal skins through tanning, as well as composition leather. It can be determined by appearance, feel, and test reports. If it is synthetic leather (such as PU, PVC), it is not leather and should be classified under 6404 or 6402. How to distinguish sports shoes from casual shoes? Sports shoes usually have specific functional designs, such as anti-slip soles, shock-absorbing midsoles, breathable uppers, etc., suitable for sports activities like running, basketball, etc. Casual shoes focus on daily wear with less obvious functional features. Customs may make a comprehensive determination based on design, use, and promotional materials. Does 640319 include football shoes? If football shoes have leather uppers, rubber or plastic outer soles, and are specially used for football, they are classified under 640319. However, if they have special devices such as metal studs, further confirmation may be needed as to whether they fall within the scope of sports footwear. What regulatory documents are required for importing 640319? Basic documents such as contracts, invoices, packing lists, and bills of lading are usually required. If a brand is involved, an authorization letter is required. For specific regulatory conditions, please consult the latest Customs Import and Export Tariff, which may involve import duties, value-added tax, and consumption tax (if applicable). How to check the import duty rate for 640319? It can be checked through the General Administration of Customs website, China International Trade Single Window, or the Import and Export Tariff. Rates include MFN rate, agreement rate, general rate, etc., determined by origin and trade agreements. It is recommended to use official databases for real-time queries. If the upper is leather, the outer sole is plastic, but the use is mountaineering, which code should it be classified under? If mountaineering shoes are specially designed for mountaineering, with leather uppers and plastic outer soles, they are classified under 640319. However, if the outer sole is rubber with special anti-slip design, it is still classified under 640319. Note the difference between mountaineering boots and ski boots. Does exporting 640319 to the EU require CE certification? Sports shoes generally are not within the scope of mandatory CE certification, but must comply with the EU General Product Safety Directive (GPSD) and REACH regulations, etc. It is recommended to confirm specific country requirements before export, such as Germany requiring GS mark, etc. What are the consequences of incorrect brand declaration during customs clearance? Incorrect brand declaration may lead to classification errors, tax evasion, or infringement issues. Customs may impose penalties according to law, including fines, confiscation of goods, and even criminal liability. Brand information must be declared truthfully.