Indian Buffalo Grain Split Crust from Germany
Grain split crust from Indian water buffalo hides, tanned in dry state without hair, unsplit surface layer only. Falls under HTS 4104.41.30 for buffalo full grains or grain splits not further prepared. Ideal for shoe uppers and bag linings.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide lab analysis confirming 'crust' status including any retanning or fat-liquoring per chapter note (b); label origin country accurately for quota compliance
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as finished leather which incurs different duties