Hand-Painted Fancy Buffalo Hide from Mexico
Full-grain unsplit whole hide from water buffalo, artistically hand-painted with metallic accents and sealed after tanning, creating a fancy decorative leather for artisanal furniture. HTS 4107.11.80.00 applies as 'other fancy' bovine (buffalo included) leather further prepared post-crusting, hair-free. Its unique artwork elevates it beyond standard grades.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
12.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document paint and finishing processes to prove 'further prepared' status; ensure buffalo origin traceability for country-of-origin rules; avoid bulk packaging that might imply unfinished crust