Wet-Blue Bovine Lining Leather for Orthopedic Shoes from China
Unsplit full grain bovine leather in wet-blue condition, unit area not over 28 sq ft, suited as lining for orthopedic footwear. Falls under HTS 4104.11.10 due to its tanned wet state without hair or further processing. Offers breathability and comfort in medical shoes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document end-use as footwear lining to distinguish from upper leather if needed
• Ensure hides are shipped in wet state with preservatives to prevent drying en route