Buffalo Wet-Blue Grain Layer from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Provide lab certificates confirming chrome content and wet-blue preservation to comply with chapter 41 tanning definitions
• Label clearly as 'grain split from buffalo' to distinguish from equine or full bovine under same heading
• Avoid exposure to drying agents in shipping; rehydration proof may be required if crust-like on arrival