Fat-Liquored Buffalo Split for Belts

Grain split buffalo leather stuffed with fat-liquor post-tanning for soft, flexible belts and watch straps. Classifies in HTS 4107.12.40.00 per chapter note (b) for crust including fat-liquored, as further prepared buffalo grain splits.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+35.0%37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇩🇪Germany2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇯🇵Japan2.5%+10.0%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

4203.30.00.00Higher: 37.7% vs 37.5%

If cut into straps over 3m and finished

Finished leather belts or straps become articles of apparel in 4203.

4103.20Lower: 10% vs 37.5%

If reversible pre-tanned process

Chapter note (a) excludes reversible tanning from 4104-4106, keeping in 4103.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify fat-liquor content to validate further preparation status; use ventilated containers for moisture control; check country-specific buffalo export quotas

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