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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.3%+35.0%38.3%
🇲🇽Mexico3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇨🇦Canada3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇩🇪Germany3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇯🇵Japan3.3%+10.0%13.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4104.49Lower: 13.3% vs 38.3%

If grain split and dried

Dried grain splits of bovine hides classify under crust splits, not wet.

4103.20Lower: 10% vs 38.3%

If raw, salted, and hairless

Raw hides prepared by other means like salting without tanning go to heading 4103.

4114.20Lower: 11.6% vs 38.3%

If from hides < certain weight and further processed

Lightweight hides further prepared beyond crust enter Chapter 41 as other hides.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document split thickness and tanning process; splits over certain gauges may need separate verification

Ensure no reversible pre-tanning; full chrome wet-blue only to stay in 4104

Label origin clearly as buffalo (bovine) to distinguish from equine for tariff accuracy

Related Products under HTS 4104.19.50.80

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.

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.