Horsehide Wet-Blue Upper Leather from Germany
Equine horse hides tanned in wet-blue chrome process, full grain unsplit for premium shoe uppers. HTS 4104.11.40 covers equine wet-state leather without hair, prepared as upper leather not further processed. Known for flexibility and strength in luxury footwear.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Equine leather requires CITES documentation if from endangered breeds
• Prevent drying in storage; maintain humidity to preserve wet classification
• Photographic evidence of full grain surface aids customs inspection