Suede Protector and Softener
A lubricating treatment for suede footwear and accessories to waterproof and soften the nap. It contains under 70% petroleum oils with fluoropolymers, maintaining suede's texture. This product is classified under tariff item 3403.11.90 as a preparation for the treatment of leather.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the preparation contains no petroleum oils
This item covers leather treatment preparations without petroleum oils, which may apply if the product is oil-free.
If the preparation is for other materials and contains petroleum oils
This item covers other lubricating preparations with petroleum oils, which may apply if the product's use is broader.
If the product is used as a finishing agent in leather processing
Finishing agents for leather may fall under heading 38.09.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the petroleum oil content is below 70% by weight and provide a technical datasheet to the CBSA
• Confirm the product is not a separate chemically defined compound, as those are excluded from Chapter 34
• Consider a CBSA ruling if the product's fluoropolymer content raises classification questions
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