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Buffalo Wet-Blue Full Grain Upper for Safety Boots

Heavy-duty full grain unsplit buffalo leather in wet state, tanned for upper parts of industrial safety boots. Fits HTS 4104.11.30.10 as buffalo upper leather, wet-blue processed without further finishing. Provides abrasion resistance for workwear.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.4%+37.5%39.9%
🇲🇽Mexico2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇨🇦Canada2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+52.5%52.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4104.11.20.00Same rate: 39.9%

If cowhide rather than buffalo

Bovine cow full grains in wet state have separate subheading from buffalo.

4106.21Lower: 14.9% vs 39.9%

If vegetable-tanned crust

V-tanned dry crust hides shift to heading 4106.

6403.51.90Lower: 30% vs 39.9%

If pre-attached to boot sole as upper

Footwear uppers with outer sole become finished shoes in Chapter 64.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Certify for REACH compliance on chrome content due to chemical tanning

• Document weight per square foot to confirm upper leather specs