Buffalo Lining Leather for Handbag Interiors from China
Unsplit full grain lining leather from buffalo hides (bovine family), unit surface ≤2.6 m², further prepared post-tanning for soft, durable handbag linings. HTS 4107.11.10.40 applies as it's bovine lining leather without hair, not qualifying for heading 4114. The preparation ensures smooth finish for luxury accessory interiors.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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
• Document buffalo as 'bovine (including buffalo)' explicitly to match hierarchy and avoid generic hide disputes
• Avoid common pitfall of insufficient splitting declaration; confirm unsplit status via lab tests if challenged
• Pair with commercial invoices noting 'lining leather' end-use to support valuation and classification