Bovine Wet-State Upper Leather for Athletic Sneakers from Mexico
Chrome-tanned cowhide in wet-blue form for sneaker uppers, flexible for athletic footwear construction without additional processing. Precisely matches 4104.19.40.10 as other wet-state upper leather from bovines. Chapter notes confirm exclusion of only hair-on or waste forms.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber analysis to prove 100% bovine, avoiding blend misclassification
• Use ventilated packaging to maintain wet state without promoting drying
• Pair with footwear assembly declarations if for specific end-use verification