Xylene-Modified Leather Mordant Solution from Germany
Mordant containing xylene derivatives (5%+ by weight) to fix dyes permanently in vegetable-tanned leathers. HTS 3809.93.10.00 applies due to leather industry specificity and aromatic content threshold. Used in artisan leather goods production for colorfastness.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document mordant function with technical data sheets for leather processing validation
• Avoid bulk packaging that might suggest chemical intermediate classification
• Check state VOC regulations for xylene content during import clearance