Chromium Tanning Agent for Leather
A synthetic chromium-based finishing agent used in the leather tanning process to cross-link collagen fibers. It is classified under tariff item 3809.93.00 as a leather industry preparation.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a synthetic tanning agent
Synthetic tanning agents are classified in Chapter 32.
If the product is a paint or varnish
Paints and varnishes are classified in Chapter 32.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is a finishing agent, not a tanning agent
• Verify the chromium content and ensure compliance with environmental regulations
Related Products under Tariff item 3809.93.00
Acrylic Resin Finishing Compound for Leather
A water-based acrylic resin used as a topcoat on finished leather to provide gloss, abrasion resistance, and water repellency. It is classified under tariff item 3809.93.00 as a leather finishing product.
Aniline Derivative Leather Dressing Compound
A preparation containing modified aniline compounds applied to finished leather for protection and shine in upholstery production. It falls under tariff item 3809.93.00 as a finishing agent of a kind used in the leather industry.
Antifoam Agent for Leather Processing
A silicone-based defoamer preventing foam buildup in leather tanning drums and finishing operations. It is classified under tariff item 3809.93.00 as a leather industry process aid.
Benzene Derivative Leather Retanning Agent
A phenolic resin-based retanning agent with benzene-derived aromatics for filling and firming leather during finishing. It is classified under tariff item 3809.93.00 as a product of a kind used in the leather industry.
Enzyme Preparation for Leather Bating
A proteolytic enzyme blend for bating leather hides, removing non-fibrillar proteins for cleaner grain. It is classified under tariff item 3809.93.00 as an enzymatic leather processing aid.
Leather Degreasing Emulsion
A surfactant-based emulsion for removing natural fats from raw hides before tanning. It is classified under tariff item 3809.93.00 as a leather industry finishing preparation.