Buffalo Calf Crust Lining for Purses from Japan
Young buffalo whole crust leather dry state under 28 sq ft, lining grade for designer purses. 4104.49.10 compliant as small bovine lining crust not further prepared. Smooth for high-end interiors.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
52.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.41.0540%Bovine (including buffalo) and equine leather (provided for in heading 4104 or 4107); goat, kid, sheep and lamb leather, the foregoing dyed, colored, stamped or embossed (provided for in heading 4105, 4106, 4112 or 4113)
Import Tips
• Differentiate calf from mature in invoices; ensure lining designation
• Pitfall: exceeding crust fat-liquor limits; bulk vs retail packaging matters