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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.4%+35.0%37.4%
🇲🇽Mexico2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇨🇦Canada2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇩🇪Germany2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇯🇵Japan2.4%+10.0%12.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

4104Same rate: 37.4%

If unit surface area over 28 square feet

Same wet-state equine leather but larger size shifts to the corresponding 'over 2.6 m²' subheading.

4104.49.20.00Same rate: 37.4%

If crust (dried) rather than wet

Drying the tanned equine hide classifies it as crust leather in the dry-state headings.

4201.00.30.00Same rate: 37.4%

If made into finished saddlery

End-use as completed equestrian goods like saddles moves to Chapter 42 leather articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide veterinary certificates confirming hair removal and wet tanning process to validate chapter 41 classification

Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'finished' if still wet; CBP may inspect moisture content

Label shipments clearly as 'wet leather' to prevent quarantine issues from perceived raw hide status

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.

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.

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.