Soccer Cleats HS Code (6402.19 / 6404.11): Import Notes

By XIANGCHI · Published 2026-11-06

Most soccer cleats with uppers and outsoles of rubber or plastics (such as PU uppers on TPU or rubber soles) are classified under HS 6402.19 (“other sports footwear”). Cleats whose upper is mainly textile, such as some flyknit designs, may fall under HS 6404.11. Your importing country’s customs makes the final decision.

Disclaimer: this article is general information, not customs advice. Always confirm the classification and duty rate with your customs broker or local customs authority before importing.

How footwear HS codes work

Chapter 64 of the Harmonized System covers footwear. Classification depends mainly on the material of the outer sole and the material of the upper (by the largest external surface area), and on whether the shoe counts as sports footwear.

In China, the 10-digit export code commonly used for this type of product is 6402190090. On the import side, each country adds its own digits.

Our models

Most of our cleats combine a PU upper with a TPU or rubber outsole, for example 2606E Firm Ground Cleats or G2706 Turf Soccer Cleats, which points to 6402.19. Our flyknit kids models, 796H Flyknit Turf Cleats and 796H-2 Flyknit Firm Ground Cleats, combine PU and flyknit; whether they fall under 6402.19 or 6404.11 depends on which material makes up most of the upper's outer surface. Ask us to confirm the code used for your order.

Import checklist

1. Confirm the HS code with your broker using product photos and material details. Our product pages list upper and outsole materials.
2. Check duty and extra tariffs. Rates differ by country and change over time. For example, the United States has applied additional tariffs on many goods from China, and Mexico raised tariffs on many footwear lines from non-FTA countries in 2026 — check the current rules before you order.
3. Check product rules. The EU and UK have chemical rules for consumer products (such as REACH in the EU). Tell us your requirements before ordering.
4. Agree the Incoterm. We quote FOB Xiamen: we deliver the goods loaded at Xiamen port, and you arrange freight and insurance from there.
5. Avoid infringing designs. Shoes copying famous brand logos can be seized at the border. Our catalog is for factory and private-label products only.

Documents

Ask Candice which documents your forwarder or broker needs for your shipment before you confirm the order.

Browse all 33 models with materials and FOB prices, or contact us with your destination country.

What information your broker will ask for

• Upper material and its share of the outer surface (e.g. PU, or PU + flyknit).
• Outsole material (TPU or rubber in our range).
• Type of use — soccer cleats are generally treated as sports footwear because they have studs or nubs designed for the sport.
• Unit price and Incoterm — our product pages show FOB Xiamen prices per pair.
• Quantity in pairs and carton details from the packing list.

Calculating landed cost

To compare offers, add up: FOB price × pairs + sea or air freight from Xiamen + insurance + import duty and any additional tariffs + local taxes + broker and port fees + inland delivery. Because our FOB prices are public, you can start this calculation before you even send an inquiry — for example with X2601 Firm Ground Cleats at USD 10.50 or 2609 Firm Ground Cleats at USD 14.60 per pair.

Example materials by model

How to order from XIANGCHI

1. Shortlist models in the product center — every page shows materials, size range and FOB Xiamen price.
2. Send your list to Candice by WhatsApp or email with sizes and quantities, or your custom brief.
3. Get a written quotation with availability, lead time and payment details (PayPal, L/C or T/T).
4. Stock orders ship in 1–3 days after payment; custom orders start with a sample (about 15 days), then bulk production (about 35 days).
5. Reorder best sellers from stock, or move them to your own logo from 300 pairs per style.

Prefer to talk first? Message Candice on WhatsApp or WeChat at +86 15396653910 — she can answer questions about sizes, stock and customization before you order.

Summary

Most soccer cleats fall under HS 6402.19; textile-upper models may fall under 6404.11. Confirm with your broker, check current tariffs for your country, and use our published FOB Xiamen prices to estimate landed cost early.

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