Wet Blue Goat Hides from Germany
Wet blue goat hides are chrome-tanned goat skins in the wet state, preserved in a blue color due to the tanning process, without wool or hair on. They are classified under HTS 4106.21.10.00 as tanned goat skins in wet-blue condition, not further prepared beyond tanning. These are semi-finished materials used in leather production.
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
• Verify tanning process documentation to confirm wet-blue status and avoid reclassification as raw hides under 4103
• Ensure hides are free of hair/wool with certificates; common pitfall is improper splitting documentation
• Declare weight accurately as wet blues retain moisture; use NAFTA/USMCA certificates if eligible for reduced duties