Metallic Foil Stamped Fancy Cowhide from Germany
Fancy cowhide whole skin with metallic foil stamping and pigment finishes, bovine origin, unit surface ≤28 sq ft, prepared after crusting. HTS 4107.19.30.00 applies to such ornate leather further processed without hair. Commonly used in designer shoe uppers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide lab tests for metal content in foils to comply with REACH-like regulations
• Declare exact surface area in m² on entry; mismeasurement is a top audit trigger
• Avoid bulk packaging; specify for retail to prevent industrial use misclassification