Bovine Wet-Blue Full Grain Hide

A full grain, unsplit hide of bovine origin processed in the wet-blue state through chrome tanning, retaining a blue color from the tanning agent. Classified under HTS 4104.11.50.30 as it is a tanned bovine hide in wet state, not split, and not further prepared beyond basic tanning. Used primarily by leather manufacturers for further processing into finished leather goods.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.3%+35.0%38.3%
🇲🇽Mexico3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇨🇦Canada3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇩🇪Germany3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇯🇵Japan3.3%+10.0%13.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

4104Same rate: 38.3%

If in the dry state (crust leather)

Dried crust hides after wet-blue tanning move to retanned or finished dry state classifications in 4104.21.

4101Lower: 13.3% vs 38.3%

If not chrome tanned (pre-tanned only)

Hides without full chrome tanning (wet-blue) are considered raw or pre-tanned under Chapter 41 headings 4101-4103.

4104.11.20.00Lower: 37.4% vs 38.3%

If grain splits rather than full grain

Splitting the hide into grain layer only changes classification within the wet-blue category.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Verify chrome tanning process documentation to confirm wet-blue status and avoid misclassification as raw hides under 4101

Ensure hides are unsplit and full grain with supplier certificates; splitting would shift to other subheadings

Monitor moisture content as 'wet state' requires specific handling and quarantine declarations for biosecurity

Related Products under HTS 4104.11.50.30

Buffalo Wet-Blue Unsplit Hide

Unsplit full grain wet-blue hide from water buffalo, chrome-tanned in wet state for preservation and initial processing. Falls under HTS 4104.11.50.30 as a non-further-prepared bovine (buffalo) hide without hair, in wet-blue form, not split. Commonly used for upholstery and heavy-duty leather production.

Equine Wet-Blue Full Grain Skin

Full grain, unsplit skin from equine animals (horses) in wet-blue chrome-tanned state, preserved wet without further preparation. HTS 4104.11.50.30 applies to equine tanned hides in wet state, not split, ideal for specialty leathers like equestrian gear. The wet-blue process makes it semi-processed for downstream tanning.

Cowhide Wet-Blue Hide for Automotive Leather

Unsplit full grain wet-blue cowhide selected for automotive upholstery, chrome-tanned in wet state. Classified in 4104.11.50.30 as unsplit bovine wet-blue, not further prepared, meeting industry standards for high-quality vehicle interiors.

Water Buffalo Wet-Blue Side

A side (half-hide) of water buffalo in unsplit wet-blue form, chrome-tanned wet without hair. HTS 4104.11.50.30 covers this as full grain unsplit wet-blue from buffalo (bovine), used for bags and accessories.

Horse Wet-Blue Full Hide

Complete unsplit full grain horse hide in wet-blue chrome-tanned wet state, not further prepared. Fits 4104.11.50.30 for equine wet blues, suitable for custom leatherwork.

Bovine Wet-Blue Hide 20-25 sq ft

Medium-sized unsplit full grain bovine wet-blue hide measuring 20-25 square feet, wet chrome-tanned. Under HTS 4104.11.50.30 as standard wet-blue not split, for general leather production.