Buffalo Crust Upper Leather for Cowboy Boots from Germany
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.
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
• Obtain CITES permits if applicable for certain buffalo species, though most tanned hides are exempt
• Declare as 'upper leather' explicitly in entry docs, as end-use affects potential reclassification
• Test for fat-liquoring to confirm crust status, avoiding shifts to wet-finished categories