Vegetable-Tanned Buffalo Upholstery Leather from China
Whole buffalo hide vegetable-tanned for upholstery, providing natural patina and durability for rustic furniture. Falls under HTS 4107.19.50.00 as buffalo is included in bovine animals, further prepared post-tanning without hair. Ideal for eco-conscious manufacturers seeking chrome-free options.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
9903.88.0325%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)
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'buffalo' (bovine) to distinguish from sheep/goat; mislabeling leads to chapter 41 exclusions
• Test for chrome content if claiming vegetable-tanned; customs may require lab analysis for environmental compliance
• Package in bulk rolls for whole hides to prevent reclassification as cut pieces or parts