Cowhide Crust Upper for Orthopedic Shoes from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include medical end-use statements if applicable for potential duty relief programs
• Verify no pre-tanning reversible process per chapter note (b)
• Document fiber content if blended, though pure leather stays in 4104