Wet-Blue Bovine Hide (Full Grain)
A full-thickness bovine hide processed through chrome tanning in a wet state, known as wet-blue, without hair on and not further prepared beyond the tanning process. It remains in its blue, wet condition ready for further leather processing. Classified under HTS 4104.19.50.80 as tanned bovine hide in wet state (wet-blue), other.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried after tanning (crust leather)
Dried tanned hides without hair, not further prepared, move to full-grain crust category.
If raw and with hair on
Raw hides of bovine animals with hair still attached fall under Chapter 41 raw hides.
If further prepared with finished surface
Hides that undergo additional finishing like dyeing or fat-liquoring classify as finished leather.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the hide is in wet-blue state with chrome tanning documentation; dried hides shift to 4104.41+
• Obtain CITES permits if from endangered bovine species; ensure no further finishing like oiling
• Check moisture content certificates to confirm 'wet state' compliance and avoid misclassification
Related Products under HTS 4104.19.50.80
Wet-Blue Buffalo Hide (Split)
A split layer from water buffalo hide chrome-tanned to wet-blue stage, hair removed, in wet state without further preparation. Commonly used for mid-range upholstery leather production. Fits HTS 4104.19.50.80 for other wet-state tanned bovine (buffalo) hides.
Equine Wet-Blue Hide (Horsehide)
Chrome-tanned horsehide in wet-blue form, hair-free, unsplit, and in wet state, not further prepared for downstream crusting or finishing. Used in equestrian gear and fashion leather. Under HTS 4104.19.50.80 as other wet tanned equine hides.
Wet-Blue Cowhide (Heavy Weight)
Heavy-weight cowhide (bovine) chrome-tanned to wet-blue, full substance, hairless, in wet state without splits or further prep. Ideal for heavy-duty upholstery and soles. Classified in HTS 4104.19.50.80 for other wet-blue bovine hides.
Wet-Blue Calfskin (Light Split)
Light split from young bovine calf, chrome-tanned wet-blue, depilated, in wet condition, not further processed. Suited for garment and glove leathers. HTS 4104.19.50.80 covers other wet tanned bovine splits.
Horse Wet-Blue Belly Hide
Belly portion of equine horsehide, chrome wet-blue tanned, hairless wet state, not split or further prepared. Common for lining leathers. HTS 4104.19.50.80 other equine wet hides.
Bovine Wet-Blue Hide (Side Cut)
Side cut from mature bovine hide, wet-blue chrome tanned, depilated, wet, unsplit, no further work. For automotive leather. Under HTS 4104.19.50.80.