Vegetable Tanned Buffalo Sole Leather from Mexico
Eco-friendly vegetable-tanned sole leather from buffalo grain splits, prized for orthopedic shoe soles due to natural firmness. Fits HTS 4107.12.60.60 as further prepared buffalo (bovine) leather without hair, from grain splits for sole use. Complies with crust definitions including fat-liquoring.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Certify vegetable tanning agents to appeal to green import programs and verify non-chrome status
• Document split origin from whole hides to avoid disputes over 4107.11 vs 4107.12
• Watch for undervaluation penalties—use fair market tanning costs in invoices