Leather Processing Emulsion from Japan
An oil-in-water emulsion for softening and lubricating leather during tanning and finishing processes. Fits HTS 3403.19.50.00 as a preparation for grease treatment of leather materials with limited petroleum oils.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide tannery end-use letters to support leather-specific classification
• Test for <70% petroleum via extraction method per customs lab standards
• Avoid generic 'lubricant' labeling that could trigger Chapter 27 review