Buffalo Grain Split Cowhide

Whole grain split leather from buffalo animals, further prepared after tanning, unit surface area under 2.6 m², plain non-fancy finish. Classified in 4107.12.20.00 for bovine (including buffalo) grain splits meeting size limits, excluding parchment-dressed or 4114 leather.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.4%+35.0%37.4%
🇲🇽Mexico2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇨🇦Canada2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇩🇪Germany2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇯🇵Japan2.4%+10.0%12.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4107.19.50.00Higher: 37.8% vs 37.4%

If unit surface >28 sq ft

Larger grain splits exceed the size threshold and fall under 'other' grain splits.

4106.22.00.00Same rate: 37.4%

If from equine animals

Equine grain splits classify under 4106 despite similar preparation, as heading specifies animal type.

4115.20.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 37.4%

If composition leather

Chapter defines composition leather (reconstituted) strictly under 4115, not genuine further-prepared hides.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document buffalo origin separately from bovine cattle to leverage GSP or trade agreement preferences

Test for reversible tanning processes; if present, reverts to 4101-4103 per chapter notes

Avoid bulk packaging that could imply industrial parts rather than whole hides