Water Buffalo Crust Leather Hide from Germany
A full-grain crust hide from water buffalo, tanned in the dry state without hair, not further prepared beyond crusting. Classified under HTS 4104.49.30.60 as buffalo crust leather, other than specific types. Used primarily for high-end upholstery and accessories.
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
• Verify tanning process is irreversible and not further prepared to avoid reclassification to wet-blue (4102)
• Obtain CITES certification if from wild buffalo species; declare species origin accurately
• Ensure hides are hair-free and in dry crust state; measure thickness for subheading compliance