Wet-Blue Bovine Lining Leather for Orthopedic Shoes from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
52.5%
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
9903.41.0540%Bovine (including buffalo) and equine leather (provided for in heading 4104 or 4107); goat, kid, sheep and lamb leather, the foregoing dyed, colored, stamped or embossed (provided for in heading 4105, 4106, 4112 or 4113)
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