Polished Fancy Equine Hide Leather from Japan
Fancy polished full-grain unsplit equine (horse) hide leather, prepared after tanning for equestrian gear and fashion. HTS 4107.11.30.00 applies due to equine animal origin, whole skin under 2.6 m², unsplit full-grains, and fancy surface treatment. Excludes hair-on skins per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
52.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.41.0540%Bovine (including buffalo) and equine leather (provided for in heading 4104 or 4107); goat, kid, sheep and lamb leather, the foregoing dyed, colored, stamped or embossed (provided for in heading 4105, 4106, 4112 or 4113)
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure CITES documentation if equine hides raise wildlife concerns, though generally not restricted
• Photograph finishes to prove 'fancy' status during customs inspection