Horsehide Sole Leather Dry Crust from Germany
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.
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
• Distinguish from dog or other excluded skins per chapter note (c)
• Use standardized thickness gauges for sole verification in customs exam
• Avoid retail packaging suggesting Chapter 42 classification