Wet-State Buffalo Hide Upper Leather for Dress Shoes
Wet-blue tanned buffalo skin designated as upper leather for formal dress shoes, in moist crust form without hair or further processing. Falls under HTS 4104.19.40.10 for other wet-state bovine (buffalo included) upper leather per hierarchy. Excludes chapter exclusions for hair-on or waste materials.
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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 hides
Equine wet-state upper leather shifts to parallel 'other' bovine/equine subheading 4104.29.
If considered vegetable-tanned crust
Specific tanning method details in notes may redirect to other crust headings if not chrome.
If other wet-state leather not specified as upper/sole
Lack of 'upper leather' designation defaults to residual 'other' wet-state category.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm buffalo as 'bovine (including buffalo)' per chapter notes; equine alternatives differ
• Test moisture content to ensure wet-state classification; evaporation during transit risks reclass
• Document end-use as shoe uppers to distinguish from sole leather subheading
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Wet-Blue Bovine Upper Leather for Cowboy Boots
Tanned bovine hide in wet-blue state, specifically prepared as upper leather for durable cowboy boots, retaining moisture without further finishing. Classified under 4104.19.40.10 as wet-state upper leather from bovine animals, not further prepared beyond tanning. Meets chapter 41 criteria excluding hair-on hides.
Equine Wet-Blue Upper Leather for Equestrian Boots
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Bovine Wet-State Upper Leather for Athletic Sneakers
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Wet-Blue Calfskin Upper Leather for Loafers
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Buffalo Wet-Crust Upper Leather for Work Boots
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Horsehide Wet-Blue Upper for Motorcycle Jackets
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