Buffalo Hide Wet-Blue Upper Sole Leather
Full grain unsplit upper leather from buffalo hides in wet-blue chrome-tanned state, suitable for both upper and sole applications in footwear. HTS 4104.11.40.10 covers this as bovine (buffalo included) wet-state leather without hair, not further prepared, per full hierarchy for upper/sole designations.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in the wet-state but grain splits
Grain splits from wet-blue processing fall under 4104.11.20 or similar split subheadings, separate from unsplit full grains.
If sheep or lamb origin mistaken
Chapter notes specify only listed bovine/equine; sheepskins go to 4105, requiring strict species verification.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document buffalo-specific origin as bovine subclass to prevent reclassification
• Ensure hides remain wet-state upon import to avoid duty shifts to dry categories
• Test for thickness uniformity to qualify as upper leather
Related Products under HTS 4104.11.40.10
Wet-Blue Bovine Full Grain Upper Leather
Full grain, unsplit upper leather from bovine hides processed in the wet state (wet-blue) through chrome tanning, not further prepared beyond crusting. Classified under HTS 4104.11.40.10 as tanned bovine leather without hair, in wet state, specifically for upper shoe applications due to its flexibility and durability. Meets chapter 41 definitions excluding raw or hair-on hides.
Chrome-Tanned Equine Wet-State Upper Leather
Full grain unsplit upper leather from equine (horse) skins, tanned with chrome in wet-blue wet state, without hair, not further prepared. Falls under HTS 4104.11.40.10 for equine wet-state full grains designated as upper leather for footwear or upholstery. Excludes hair-on or irreversibly tanned beyond crust per chapter notes.
Unsplit Bovine Wet-Blue Grain Split Upper Leather
Although primarily full grain, this variant represents grain splits processed as upper leather in wet-blue state from bovine hides, tanned without further preparation. Classified in HTS 4104.11.40.10 'other' upper leather category for wet-state bovine full grains/splits without hair.
Horsehide Full Grain Wet-State Upper Leather
Full grain unsplit upper leather from horse hides in wet chrome-tanned state (wet-blue), equine category, without hair on, for shoe uppers. HTS 4104.11.40.10 applies to this wet-state 'other' upper leather under bovine/equine tanned hides not further prepared.