Unsplit Buffalo Full Grain Leather Hide from Germany
Whole unsplit full grain leather from buffalo hides, prepared after tanning or crusting, hair removed, and not fancy. Classified under HTS 4107.11.70 for bovine (including buffalo) whole hides that are full grain, unsplit, and other non-fancy types. Ideal for premium bag and shoe manufacturing.
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 veterinary certificates confirming bovine (buffalo) origin and no hair on, essential for customs clearance
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as 'fancy' if surface-finished; document plain preparation
• Check for parchment-dressing which keeps it in this heading but requires proof of process