Buffalo Lining Leather for Handbag Interiors from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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