Bovine Wet-Blue Grain Split from Germany
This is a split layer from full-grain bovine hide processed in the wet-blue state using chrome tanning, retaining the grain surface. It falls under HTS 4104.11.50.40 as tanned bovine leather in wet state, unsplit full grains or grain splits, specifically split grains described as 'other wet blues.' Classified here due to its chrome-tanned, wet condition and grain split form without further preparation.
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
• Verify chrome tanning documentation to confirm wet-blue status; ensure no further finishing to avoid reclassification
• Common pitfall: drying the hides before import shifts to crust leather headings