Upper leather
Leather further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment-dressed leather, of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals, without hair on, whether or not split, other than leather of heading 4114: > Whole hides and skins: > Other: > Of bovines, and of a unit surface area not exceeding 28 square feet (2.6 m2): > Upper leather; lining leather > Upper leather
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 4107.19.10.20
Bovine Upper Leather for Cowboy Boots
Full-grain bovine upper leather prepared after tanning, specifically for crafting cowboy boots, with a unit surface area not exceeding 28 square feet. It falls under HTS 4107.19.10.20 as whole hides of bovines designated as upper leather for footwear uppers. The leather is finished for durability and flexibility in boot production.
Buffalo Upper Leather for Work Boots
Tanned buffalo hide upper leather from whole skins ≤2.6 m², chrome-tanned and finished for rugged work boot uppers. Classified in 4107.19.10.20 as bovine (buffalo included) upper leather, excluding hair and not parchment-dressed. Ideal for heavy-duty footwear requiring water resistance.
Buffalo Upper Leather for Motorcycle Boots
Heavy-duty buffalo upper leather from whole hides ≤28 sq ft, oiled and tumbled post-tanning for motorcycle boot uppers. HTS 4107.19.10.20 covers this as bovine upper leather, excluding splits or hair-on. Enhances abrasion resistance for safety gear.
Horsehide Upper Leather for Chelsea Boots
Tough horsehide upper leather from equine whole hides ≤28 sq ft, drum-dyed and finished for elastic-sided Chelsea boots. HTS 4107.19.10.20 includes equine as bovine/equine without hair for uppers. Provides elasticity and wear resistance.
Cowhide Upper Leather for Hiking Boots
Durable cowhide upper leather from whole bovine hides ≤2.6 m², waxed for waterproof hiking boot uppers. Fits 4107.19.10.20 as prepared upper leather excluding 4114 types. Balances flexibility and trail toughness.
Equine Upper Leather for Dress Shoes
Full-thickness equine (horse) upper leather from whole hides ≤28 sq ft, further prepared after crusting for premium dress shoe uppers. HTS 4107.19.10.20 applies to equine leather without hair, as whole hides for upper use. Provides smooth finish and strength for formal footwear.
Bovine Lining Upper Leather for Sneakers
Prepared bovine leather from small whole hides for combined upper/lining in athletic sneakers, surface ≤2.6 m². Fits 4107.19.10.20 as upper leather of bovines, further tanned without hair. Offers breathability and support in sneaker construction.
Calfskin Upper Leather for Loafers
Premium calfskin (young bovine) upper leather from small whole hides ≤2.6 m², vegetable-retanned for casual loafers. Classed under 4107.19.10.20 for its upper leather designation and preparation after crusting. Known for soft drape and luxury feel.