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Full Buffalo Crust Hide for Upholstery

Unsplit full hides of buffalo in dry crust condition, vegetable tanned without further preparation. Under HTS 4104.49.30.60 as other buffalo crust. Commonly used in furniture upholstery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.4%+37.5%39.9%
🇲🇽Mexico2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇨🇦Canada2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+52.5%52.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4104.49Same rate: 39.9%

If specific buffalo types like river buffalo

Certain buffalo sub-types have dedicated 10-digit codes within the hierarchy.

4201.00.60.00Higher: 40.3% vs 39.9%

If End-use as saddlery changes to Chapter 42 articles.

4101Lower: 15.8% vs 39.9%

If raw with hair on

Hides with hair classified as raw in 4101 per chapter exclusions.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Label with exact species (e.g

• Bubalus bubalis) and tanning method for CBP verification

• Check for splits or defects; damaged hides may require different declarations

• Use NAICS 316110 for footwear-related imports if end-use specified