Chrome-Tanned Equine Hide Wet-Blue from China
Wet-blue tanned horse hide from equine animals, without hair, in wet state and not further prepared. HTS 4104.19.50 covers other wet-state tanned equine hides beyond specific wet-blue bovine types. Ideal for equestrian gear and fine leathers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.8%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include veterinary certificates confirming equine origin and hair removal process
• Measure pH and chrome content to prove wet-blue tanning status for customs verification
• Avoid pitfall of declaring as 'crust'; wet hides must be imported damp to qualify