Formaldehyde-Free Synthetic Retanning Agent from Japan
Melamine-formaldehyde free polymer dispersion used for retanning leather to improve fullness and grain tightness. Classified as other synthetic organic tanning preparation under HTS 3202.90.50.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• VOC content certification required for many markets
• Shelf-life testing documentation prevents rejection at customs
• Specify leather industry end-use to avoid surfactant classification