Leather Dye Fixative from Germany
A polymeric fixative that binds dyes to leather fibers, preventing crocking and improving wash fastness. Classified under HTS 3809.93.5000 as leather industry preparation analogous to mordants. Applied in finishing wet-end.
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
• Include color fastness test results (AATCC standards) in technical file
• Specify compatibility with chrome-tanned vs vegetable-tanned leathers
• Document non-yellowing properties for white leather applications