Chrome-Tanned Equine Grain Split from Germany
An unsplit grain split from equine (horse) hide, tanned in the wet state (wet-blue) without hair, not further prepared. Classified under HTS 4104.11.50 as 'other' in the full grains unsplit category for wet-state bovine/equine hides. Used in upholstery and equestrian gear production.
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
• Provide veterinary certificates confirming equine origin and hair removal to prevent reclassification under chapter 43
• Measure and document surface area precisely; splits under specific sizes may qualify for different 'other' subheadings
• Avoid common pitfalls like incomplete tanning disclosure, which could lead to duties under raw hides (4101)