Tanned Buffalo Grain Split for Handbags from Germany
Full grain split hides from water buffalo, further prepared after tanning or crusting, ideal for durable luxury handbags and belts. Classified under HTS 4107.12.40.00 due to its buffalo origin, whole hide form, and grain split processing excluding hair and heading 4114 leather.
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 CITES permits if sourcing from wild buffalo populations; label with precise thickness and split type for accurate duty assessment; avoid common pitfall of undeclared fat-liquoring which qualifies as 'further prepared'