Buffalo Upper Leather for Work Boots from Mexico
Durable water buffalo hide leather for rugged work boot uppers, tanned and finished without hair, surface ≤28 sq ft. HTS 4107.19.10 covers this as upper leather of buffalo (bovine), ideal for heavy-duty protective footwear. Provides excellent abrasion resistance.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Measure surface area in wet blue state if possible, as drying can affect dimensions for compliance
• Obtain CITES documentation if sourcing from wild buffalo populations to prevent delays
• Test for chemical restrictions like azo dyes in finishing to meet REACH/import standards