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Preserved Bovine Hide for Footwear Upper from Japan

Otherwise preserved (pickled/limed) whole bovine hide over 16 kg, ≤28 sq ft, under HTS 4101.50.20.00 'upper and lining'. Not further prepared, for premium footwear uppers. Meets exact raw hide criteria excluding tanning.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Submit preservation process affidavits; customs audits common for 'otherwise preserved'

Bulk ship in refrigerated containers to maintain condition