Water Buffalo Wet Grain Split from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Buffalo origin papers essential; often confused with bovine cattle leading to audit issues
• Split thickness specs (<1mm grain) must match to avoid full-substance classification
• Declare moisture content >30% to confirm wet state compliance