Buffalo Crust Upper Leather for Work Boot Uppers from Mexico
Heavy-duty tanned buffalo crust leather in dry form, designated for industrial work boot uppers, without hair or further treatment. HTS 4104.49.30.10 covers this buffalo-specific upper leather crust.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include tannery certificates confirming crust stage and no fat-liquoring beyond allowed per notes
• Declare thickness and intended use for uppers to prevent footwear part misclassification