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
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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