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
53.6%
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
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)
Import Tips
• Ensure CITES documentation if equine hides raise wildlife concerns, though generally not restricted
• Photograph finishes to prove 'fancy' status during customs inspection