Bovine Grain Split Leather Dog Collar from Mexico
A durable dog collar made from grain split leather of bovine animals, further prepared after tanning, specifically cut and finished for pet use. It falls under HTS 4107.12.70.50 as it is 'bag, case, strap and collar' leather from whole hides, grain splits, not fancy. This classification applies to leather in forms ready for manufacturing into collars without hair on.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify the leather is from whole bovine hides and grain splits via supplier certification to avoid misclassification as full-grain
• Ensure documentation proves no hair on and post-tanning preparation
• Common pitfall: confusing with Chapter 42 finished articles—import as leather material only