Wet-Blue Equine Lining Leather for Handbags from China
Whole equine hide leather in wet-blue chrome-tanned condition, unit surface under 2.6 m², designated as lining leather for luxury handbags. Classified in HTS 4104.19.10 due to its equine origin, wet state, small size, and lining purpose without further preparation. It's ideal for inner linings requiring flexibility and durability.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Confirm equine species via veterinary certificates, as bovine/equine grouping requires accurate origin declaration
• Document unit surface area measurement method to prove ≤28 sq ft; use standardized leather sizing charts
• Beware of splitting pitfalls—unsplit whole hides only; split versions go to 4104.41+