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Leather Degreasing Emulsion from Japan

A surfactant-based emulsion for removing natural fats from raw hides before tanning, essential in leather preparation. It qualifies for HTS 3809.93.5000 as a leather industry finishing preparation not specified elsewhere. Improves penetration of tanning agents.

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

• Provide lab analysis showing surfactant content to distinguish from general detergents

• Declare pH levels and VOC content for hazardous material screening

• Use 'leather processing auxiliary' terminology on commercial documents

Leather Degreasing Emulsion from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3809.93.50.00