Embossed Fancy Buffalo Hide Leather from Germany
Whole buffalo hide leather, chrome-tanned and embossed with exotic patterns like crocodile print, surface area not over 28 sq ft, designated as fancy. Falls under 4107.19.30.00 for further prepared bovine (buffalo) leather without hair. Ideal for luxury wallets and bags.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document tanning method (chrome vs vegetable) as it affects duty; fancy finishes must be specified
• Ensure no hair on hide; residues can lead to chapter 43 reclassification
• Use commercial invoice detailing 'fancy' surface area treatments for CBP review