Wet Blue Buffalo Hide (Unsplit, Heavy Weight) from Germany
Heavy-weight wet blue hide from water buffalo, chrome-tanned and maintained in wet state without splitting. Used primarily for durable upholstery and heavy-duty leather goods. Fits HTS 4104.19.50.30 as other bovine (buffalo) wet blues, not split, not further prepared.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Measure thickness accurately (over 1mm typical for heavy weight) to distinguish from lighter splits
• Include salinity and pH test reports to prove wet state preservation during customs inspection
• Avoid common pitfall of drying in containers; use refrigerated shipping for long voyages