Small Cowhide Wet-Blue for Shoe Uppers from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include mill test reports showing chrome content and pH levels to prove wet-blue status
• Calculate duties based on actual surface area; mismeasurement leads to audits and penalties
• Store in brine solution post-import to maintain wet state until further tanning