Laser-Etched Fancy Equine Leather from Germany
Though primarily bovine, this fancy equine whole hide features laser-etched patterns, but coded under bovine for similarity; surface ≤28 sq ft, hairless, post-tanned. HTS 4107.19.30.00 for fancy bovine/equine prep leather. For premium belts.
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
• Species verification via DNA testing recommended for equine vs bovine disputes
• Specify 'fancy' etching process to justify classification over plain leather
• Package individually to affirm whole hide status