8208.90.30.00 - For shoe machinery

HTS Code 8208.90.30.00 specifically classifies cutting blades and knives, and their base metal parts, designed for use in shoe machinery. This includes specialized blades and cutting implements that are integral components of equipment used in the manufacturing, processing, or finishing of footwear. Examples might encompass blades for cutting leather, sole materials, or other shoe components within automated or semi-automated shoe production lines.

This classification is distinguished from its sibling category, 8208.90.60.00, which covers "Other" cutting blades and knives for machines and mechanical appliances, including their parts, that are not specifically for shoe machinery. While both headings fall under the broader category of knives and cutting blades for machines, 8208.90.30.00 represents a more specific application within the shoe industry, implying a tailored design or function for that particular sector.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification within this code relies on the precise determination that the cutting blade or knife, or its part, is intended for use in machinery specifically employed within the shoe manufacturing process. The primary criterion for inclusion is the end-use in shoe machinery, irrespective of the material of the blade itself, as long as it is of base metal.