Tanned Full Grain Buffalo Hide for Handbag Production from Germany
Whole buffalo hide of full grain, unsplit variety, further prepared after tanning for luxury handbag manufacturing. It matches HTS 4107.11.40.00 as buffalo leather without hair, in whole form, full grain unsplit, and processed beyond crusting. Known for its rich patina development.
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
• Obtain supplier affidavits on buffalo species and weight exceeding 8 kg to exclude 4114
• Label clearly as 'full grains, unsplit' in commercial invoices for customs matching
• Beware of over-tanning claims; ensure process is documented as irreversible