Chrome-Tanned Buffalo Hide Wet-Blue
Chrome-tanned wet-blue buffalo hide is a whole leather piece from buffalo animals, processed in wet state without hair or further preparation. Classified under HTS 4104.19.20.00 due to its bovine (buffalo) origin, wet-blue tanning, and small unit surface area ≤28 sq ft. Ideal for subsequent manufacturing into bags and accessories.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from equine animals like horse
Equine wet-blue hides share the same wet-state, small-size criteria but are separated from bovine/buffalo in hierarchy.
If further prepared beyond wet-blue (e.g., dyed)
Any preparation like dyeing or fat-liquoring before drying moves it out of wet-state to in-the-dry headings.
If split rather than whole
Split hides, even in wet-blue, classify under Chapter 41 grain splits regardless of state or size.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document animal species (buffalo as bovine) with origin certificates to distinguish from equine or other leathers
• Weigh and measure hides pre-shipment to ensure compliance with 'whole' and size limits, avoiding split leather headings
• Comply with CITES if from wild buffalo sources, though most are farmed; check endangered species declarations
Related Products under HTS 4104.19.20.00
Wet-Blue Bovine Cowhide Leather
Wet-blue bovine cowhide leather is chrome-tanned in the wet state, without hair, and not further prepared, typically used for upholstery and footwear. This product falls under HTS 4104.19.20.00 as whole bovine leather in wet-blue form with a unit surface area not exceeding 28 square feet. It remains in its semi-processed, reversible tanning state suitable for further tanning processes.
Wet-State Equine Horsehide Leather
Whole wet-state equine horsehide leather, chrome-tanned without hair, unit surface ≤28 sq ft, not further prepared. Fits HTS 4104.19.20.00 as 'other' tanned equine leather in wet form (wet-blue). Commonly used for premium gloves and equestrian gear.
Small Cowhide Wet-Blue for Shoe Uppers
Whole bovine cowhide wet-blue leather sized ≤28 sq ft, tanned in wet state without further processing. Under HTS 4104.19.20.00 for its unfinished wet condition and dimensions, destined for shoe upper production.
Buffalo Wet-Blue Upholstery Leather
Whole buffalo wet-blue leather under 28 sq ft surface, chrome-tanned wet without hair or additional prep. HTS 4104.19.20.00 applies to this semi-finished bovine product for furniture upholstery.
Equine Wet-Blue Calfskin Leather
Young equine (foal) wet-blue leather, whole and ≤28 sq ft, tanned in wet state. Classified in HTS 4104.19.20.00 as other equine wet tanned hides, for fine garment applications.
Chrome Wet-Blue Steer Hide
Whole steer (bovine male) hide in chrome wet-blue, surface ≤2.6 m², wet tanned no hair. HTS 4104.19.20.00 for automotive leather precursor.