Bovine Wet-Blue Grain Split
This is the grain layer split from wet-blue tanned bovine hides, processed in a chrome tanning solution in the wet state without hair. Classified under HTS 4104.19.50.40 as tanned bovine splits in wet-blue form, specifically the grain portion not further prepared. Used primarily for high-quality leather upholstery and garments.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried to crust state after tanning
Dried wet-blue splits become crust leather under 4104.29, as chapter notes define crust as retanned or fat-liquored prior to drying.
If full substance, unsplit hide
Unsplit wet-blue hides fall under 4104.19.10 as whole hides, not separated into grain or drop layers.
If further prepared with surface coating
Application of finish, coating, or artificial tanning moves it from 'not further prepared' to 4104.41 category.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify chrome tanning process documentation to confirm wet-blue status; improper drying can reclassify to full substance
• Ensure splits are measured and labeled as 'grain' layer to avoid misclassification as drops or full hides
• Maintain wet-state during transport with proper packaging to prevent crusting, which shifts to 4104.29
Related Products under HTS 4104.19.50.40
Buffalo Wet-Blue Grain Layer
Grain split from water buffalo hides tanned in wet-blue chrome process, retaining the outer grain surface in wet state. Falls under HTS 4104.19.50.40 for other wet-state bovine (including buffalo) splits, grains specifically. Ideal for durable shoe uppers and accessories.
Chrome-Tanned Bovine Grain Wet Split
Wet-blue chrome-tanned grain layer separated from bovine hide splits, maintained in wet state without further treatment. Precisely matches HTS 4104.19.50.40 as other wet-state, split grains of bovine animals. Commonly used in luxury handbag and belt production.
Equine Wet-Blue Grain Split
Although under 'other' in hierarchy, this covers equine like horse hides split into wet-blue grain layers, chrome-tanned in wet state. HTS 4104.19.50.40 applies to specified other wet splits, grains. Sourced for equestrian gear and fine leather goods.
Water Buffalo Wet Grain Split
Grain portion split from water buffalo wet-blue hides, chrome-tanned and kept wet without further preparation. Classifies in HTS 4104.19.50.40 as buffalo (bovine) wet-state split grains. Preferred for heavy-duty boots and outdoor gear.