Equine Horsehide Belting Leather from China
Tough equine horsehide leather from whole skins, further prepared after tanning for belting in agricultural and light machinery. It qualifies for HTS 4107.19.70.30 as non-fancy, hair-free leather from whole equine hides designated for belting. Known for its natural oil content enhancing flexibility.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document equine origin with veterinary certificates to confirm compliance with Chapter 41 exclusions
• Ensure no reversible tanning; provide processing details to prevent shift to raw hide headings