Zirconium Oxide Tanning Compound from China
Zirconium oxide-based inorganic tanning agents produce high-performance leathers with superior abrasion resistance for shoe uppers and upholstery. This product qualifies for HTS 3202.90.10.00 due to its wholly inorganic composition and dedicated tanning function. It creates leathers with excellent hydrothermal stability.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Submit manufacturer specifications confirming tanning-grade purity above 99% inorganic content
• Include leather industry end-user letters to support classification over general metal oxides
• Monitor zirconium content declarations due to strategic mineral import scrutiny