Buffalo Wet-Blue Full Grain Upper Hides from Canada
Tanned buffalo hides in wet-blue state, full grain unsplit, intended for upper leather in boots and shoes. HTS 4104.11.40 applies as buffalo is included in bovine animals, wet state without further preparation, and specified for upper use. Chrome tanning keeps it moist and reversible.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label as 'bovine (buffalo)' clearly; customs may require species verification to confirm chapter 41 inclusion
• Avoid packaging that dries the leather during transit, as it could reclassify to crust
• Include lab analysis showing chrome content typical of wet-blue (3-5% Cr2O3)