CN code 640419 covers other footwear with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of textile materials, other than sports footwear of subheading 640411. Products classified under this subheading include everyday, work and fashion footwear with textile uppers, such as casual canvas shoes, cotton sneakers, knitted slippers, espadrilles with rubber soles, textile house shoes, and textile flip-flops. Classification requires that more than 50 percent of the external surface area of the upper consists of textile materials, and the outer sole is of rubber or plastics. The non-sporting character distinguishes this subheading from code 640411 as the footwear does not possess construction features typical of sport, such as cushioning systems, spikes, studs, or profiled sports soles. Where doubt exists regarding the sporting character, obtaining a Binding Tariff Information (BTI) ruling is recommended.

Import of footwear under CN code 640419 is subject to the GPSR (EU) 2023/988 on general product safety and REACH Regulation (EC No 1907/2006). REACH restrictions for textile materials include azo dyes releasing 22 carcinogenic aromatic amines (limit 30 mg/kg), formaldehyde in adhesives and textile finishes, dimethyl fumarate (DMF) as a biocide (limit 0.1 mg/kg), and nickel in metal components with skin contact. Directive 94/11/EC requires labelling of upper, lining and sole materials using pictograms or text descriptions. Consumer footwear without protective functions does not require CE marking. The importer must ensure product safety, display their details on the packaging, and provide product information in the local language. Market surveillance authorities conduct random controls on textile footwear, particularly regarding low-cost products imported from Asia.

Classification under CN code 640419 requires distinction from sports footwear under code 640411. Customs authorities assess product character based on construction features, materials and the intended use declared on packaging and commercial documentation. Canvas shoes and sneakers without specialised sports features are typically classified under code 640419. Duty rates should be checked in TARIC, taking into account the country of origin. Imports from Vietnam (EVFTA), Bangladesh (EBA), Cambodia (EBA) or Indonesia may benefit from preferential or zero duty rates. The importer should hold REACH test reports for textile materials. For large import volumes, a BTI ruling providing classification certainty is recommended. Customs controls on textile footwear include IPR verification, as canvas shoes bearing well-known brand logos are frequently counterfeited. The importer should retain documentation for 10 years from market placement.