Pickled Bovine Calfskin for Shoe Uppers from Japan
Preserved pickled whole bovine calf hide, exceeding 16 kg weight and ≤28 sq ft surface, under HTS 4101.50.20.00 for upper leather. Dehaired and split minimally if at all, not tanned, targeted for premium shoe uppers. Calfskins offer fine grain for high-end applications.
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
• Document pickling solution composition; customs may test for tanning contaminants
• Use ISPM-15 compliant packaging for hides to prevent quarantine issues
• Avoid declaring as 'crust' – that's for retanned per Chapter notes, risking penalties