Buffalo Full Grain Leather for Sofa Upholstery from Germany
Whole unsplit full grain leather from buffalo hides, tanned and finished specifically for high-wear sofa upholstery, offering natural oil resistance and patina development. Classified under HTS 4107.11.50.00 as bovine (including buffalo) upholstery leather without hair on. Its robust structure suits premium residential and contract furniture.
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 CITES or species verification if buffalo origin raises wildlife concerns, though standard water buffalo is unregulated
• Label clearly as 'upholstery leather' with thickness specs (typically 1.2-1.6mm) to justify tariff placement