QB/T 1002: Quality and Safety Standards for Leather Shoes

Leather Footwear Requirements under the Chinese Standard

QB/T 1002 Standard Scope

QB/T 1002 defines the quality and safety standards set for leather footwear in China. While leather footwear is known for its elegance and durability, it must also provide comfort and safety during use. By setting requirements for the manufacture, design and quality of leather footwear, this standard aims to protect the health of users and ensure high-performance products. The QB/T 1002 standard ensures that the materials, workmanship, durability and overall safety levels used in the production of leather shoes are appropriate.

The QB/T 1002 standard covers the requirements for classifications, requirements, test methods, labeling, packaging, packaging, transportation and storage of leather shoes produced by various processes. This standard is required for leather footwear, including generally worn boots, the upper part of which is made of natural leather, artificial materials or other materials.

The products to be analyzed within the scope of the standard are as follows according to the users:

Men's leather shoes
Women's leather shoes

Shoes are divided into three categories according to their upper material:

Leather shoes with upper made of natural leather (grain leather, artificial leather from pigs, cattle, goats, etc.)
Leather shoes with upper made of artificial materials
Leather upper made of two or more materials

Requirements for leather shoes to comply with the standard:

Shoe sizes must comply with GB/T 3293.1 standard
Select footwear material in accordance with product standards
Appearance quality should be assessed against tables within the scope of the standard
Test the peel strength of the upper sole
Outsole and midsole adhesion strength should be tested
Test the pull-out strength of the upper belt
Flexing resistance should be tested
Test the wear resistance of the outsole
Test the wear resistance of the upper part
Heel connection strength must be tested
Test the heel stiffness of the molded sole
Color fastness to rubbing of linings and inner socks should be tested
The steel shaft installed in the base must be tested
Test the flexing index of the insole fiberboard
Test the flexing resistance of the top material at low temperature
Azo dyes should be tested separately on lining and top, leather and textile parts
Formaldehyde should be tested separately on lining and upper, leather and textile parts

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