Buffalo Full Grain Leather for Sofa Upholstery from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.8%
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
• 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