Upper leather; sole leather
Tanned or crust hides and skins of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals, without hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared: > In the dry state (crust): > Other: > Other: > Other: > Upper leather; sole leather
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 4104.49.40
Bovine Crust Upper Leather for Dress Shoes
This is tanned bovine crust leather in dry state, specifically finished for use as upper material in formal dress shoes. It lacks hair, is not further prepared beyond crust processing, and meets the criteria for heading 4104 as other bovine crust leather designated for uppers. The leather's durability and finish make it ideal for high-end footwear uppers.
Equine Sole Leather Crust for Work Boots
Dry crust equine leather tanned for sole applications in heavy-duty work boots, without hair and not further prepared. Classified under 4104.49.40 as other crust leather for soles from equine animals. Its thickness and tempering suit high-wear sole construction.
Buffalo Crust Upper Leather for Cowboy Boots
Tanned water buffalo crust in dry state for upper leather in western cowboy boots, hair-free and crust-processed only. Falls under HTS 4104.49.40 as other bovine (buffalo) crust for uppers. Known for its strength and natural grain suitable for rugged footwear.
Bovine Full Grain Crust Sole Leather
High-quality full-grain bovine crust leather in dry state for shoe soles, tanned without hair removal beyond crust. Specifically for sole leather under 4104.49.40 as other crust types. Provides excellent abrasion resistance for outsoles.
Equine Upper Leather Crust for Equestrian Boots
Crust equine leather tanned dry for uppers in riding boots, hairless and limited to crust preparation. Classified in 4104.49.40 for equine upper leather applications. Offers flexibility and weather resistance for equestrian gear.
Water Buffalo Sole Crust Leather for Hiking Boots
Dry crust water buffalo leather designated for soles in hiking footwear, tanned without hair and crust only. Under HTS 4104.49.40 as bovine (buffalo) sole leather. Renowned for toughness in outdoor sole applications.
Cowhide Crust Upper for Orthopedic Shoes
Bovine cowhide crust in dry state for uppers in orthopedic footwear, hair-free tanned crust. Fits 4104.49.40 as upper leather not further prepared. Softens for medical shoe comfort while maintaining structure.
Horsehide Sole Leather Dry Crust
Equine horsehide tanned to dry crust for shoe sole use, without hair or further prep. Classified as 4104.49.40 other equine sole leather. Provides superior flexibility for resoling applications.