Horsehide Crust Sole Leather
Equine horsehide tanned to dry crust state, designated for sole leather in leather shoes, without hair and unsplit. Fits HTS 4104.49.40.60 as other crust leather for upper/sole use from equine animals. Provides high durability for shoe bottoms.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not specifically upper or sole leather
Crust leather without upper/sole designation falls into the general 'other' subheading.
If from sheep or lamb, not equine
Equine is strictly bovine/equine chapter; sheep/lamb crust goes to 4105.
If already made into outer soles
Completed leather outer soles for footwear are classified in Chapter 64, heading 6406.
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
• Include lab reports confirming dry crust status (retanned/fat-liquored prior to drying)
• Differentiate from upper leather by intended use declaration if sole-specific
Related Products under HTS 4104.49.40.60
Cowhide Crust Upper Leather
Tanned cowhide in dry crust form, specifically prepared as upper leather for footwear, without hair on and not further finished. It falls under HTS 4104.49.40.60 as bovine crust leather designated for shoe uppers, in the dry state. This semi-finished leather is ideal for manufacturers crafting premium leather shoes.
Full-Grain Bovine Crust Upper Leather
Unsplit, full-grain cowhide in dry crust form for premium shoe uppers, tanned without hair on. Under HTS 4104.49.40.60 as other crust hides further specified for upper leather. Used by high-end shoemakers for natural texture.
Cow Upper Leather Crust Sheets
Sheets of cowhide crust leather prepared for shoe uppers, dry tanned, hairless. Falls under HTS 4104.49.40.60 as other crust for upper leather. Sold in bulk to tanners.
Buffalo Sole Leather Dry Crust
Dry crust buffalo leather for soles, tanned without further preparation. HTS 4104.49.40.60 for other upper/sole crust. High abrasion resistance.
Bovine Mixed Hide Crust Upper
Blended bovine crust hides for uppers, dry state. HTS 4104.49.40.60.
Horse Upper Crust Leather
Equine crust for uppers. HTS 4104.49.40.60.