Wet-Blue Cowhide (Heavy Weight) from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Weigh hides pre-import to confirm heavy-weight status; affects potential split classification
• Use sealed wet packaging to preserve wet state during transit; drying voids tariff
• Include lab analysis showing reversible tanning not applied, per chapter notes