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Equine Leather Briefcase Sides

Tough equine leather panels from whole hides, prepared after tanning sans hair, for briefcase and case construction. HTS 4107.19.70.50 designates this as 'case' leather, other, from equine animals, non-fancy whole hides. It exceeds crust stage with additional finishing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+37.5%42.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+52.5%52.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4202.11.00Higher: 45.5% vs 42.5%

If sewn into executive briefcases

Completed briefcases are Chapter 42 handbags.

4107.19.40Lower: 40% vs 42.5%

If chrome-tanned specifically

Tanning method can dictate sub-subheading.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Include photos/samples showing whole hide grain for verification

• Declare precisely as 'bag/case leather' to match hierarchy