Equine Wet-Blue Upper Leather for Saddles

Whole equine leather ≤2.6 m² in wet-blue state, prepared as upper leather for equestrian saddles. Under HTS 4104.19.10 for tanned wet equine hides not further prepared, providing required toughness. Commonly used in horse tack manufacturing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

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

4104Same rate: 35%

If dry crust equine upper

Dry state shifts subheading while keeping crust classification.

4201.00.60Higher: 37.8% vs 35%

If made into saddle parts

Saddlery articles from leather classify as finished goods in Chapter 42.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Species verification essential—equine includes horses, not dogs per Chapter notes

Test for wet state moisture content (>20% typically) to distinguish from dry

Document 'upper leather' intent to prevent downgrade to generic wet-blue

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