Leather Conditioning Grease from China
A synthetic grease for softening and protecting leather goods during manufacturing, under 70% petroleum. Fits HTS 3403.99.00.00 for grease treatment preparations of leather materials. Restores suppleness without petroleum base.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
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
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Emphasize leather-specific formulation in import docs for accurate heading placement
• Test for water-solubility if soap-like to avoid Chapter 34 soap confusion
• Certify non-staining properties for footwear/leather goods importers