Leather Processing Emulsion from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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