Nubuck Finish Cow Upper Leather
Nubuck upper leather from cowhides, lightly buffed on the grain side to create a suede-like texture for casual shoes. This bovine leather is further prepared after tanning, without hair, and is classified under tariff item 4107.99.00 as other further prepared bovine leather. The nubuck finish offers a soft, velvety feel.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the leather is in crust state without nubuck finish
Crust leather without further finishing is classified separately.
If the leather is chamois-tanned
Chamois leather is excluded from this heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the buffing process to show further preparation
• Ensure the leather is hair-free and permanently tanned
• Verify the leather is not suede, which may have different classification
Related Products under Tariff item 4107.99.00
Aniline Dyed Bovine Upper Leather
Aniline dyed upper leather from bovine hides, using a transparent dye to achieve a natural look in dress shoes. This leather is further prepared after tanning or crusting, without hair, and is classified under tariff item 4107.99.00 as other further prepared bovine leather. The aniline finish preserves the natural grain and is prized for premium footwear.
Aniline Dyed Buffalo Upholstery Leather
Aniline-dyed upholstery leather made from buffalo hides, finished with a semi-aniline coating that preserves the natural grain and character of the hide. This leather is further prepared after tanning or crusting and is free of hair, making it suitable for premium upholstery applications such as recliners and loveseats. It falls under tariff item 4107.99.00 as other further prepared bovine leather.
Bovine Full Grain Upper Leather
Full grain upper leather from bovine hides, further prepared after tanning or crusting, without hair on, designed for shoe uppers. It meets the criteria for other bovine leather under tariff item 4107.99.00, as it is not sole leather or leather of heading 4114.
Bovine Retanned Upper Leather Sides
Retanned upper leather sides from bovine hides, further prepared after crusting per chapter note 2(B), without hair. These sides are suitable for bulk shoe production and fall under tariff item 4107.99.00 as other bovine leather, excluding sole leather and heading 4114.
Bovine Sole Leather Sides
Full sides of thick, vegetable-tanned bovine leather specifically prepared for use as shoe soles, with a firm texture and high durability after tanning and crusting processes. Classified under tariff item 4107.99.00 as other bovine leather, further prepared, excluding leather of heading 4114.
Buffalo Hide Sole Leather
Durable sole leather derived from buffalo hides, tanned and finished for high-wear shoe bottoms with excellent abrasion resistance. This leather is further prepared after crusting, without hair, suitable for rugged footwear. It falls under tariff item 4107.99.00 as other leather of bovine (including buffalo) animals.