Synthetic Fatliquoring Oil for Leather from Germany
An emulsified oil preparation used to lubricate and soften leather during finishing, preventing cracking and improving suppleness. Classified under HTS 3809.93.5000 for leather industry preparations like fatliquors that enhance hide quality. Applied post-tanning to full-thickness leather.
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
• Ensure invoice specifies 'for leather fatliquoring' to prevent reclassification as general lubricant
• Comply with REACH-like labeling for oil-based preparations containing potential allergens
• Test for biodegradability if destined for EU markets to meet leather industry effluent standards