Drum-Dyed Equine Hide Leather from Germany
Whole equine hide drum-dyed and finished post-tanning/crusting, hairless, for musical instrument skins. Classed in 4107.19.70.90 for other equine whole hides further prepared, excluding fancy. Ensures even color penetration.
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
• Detail dyeing method in invoices to confirm post-crust preparation
• Avoid 'fancy' descriptors if metallic dyes used, risking subheading shift
• Traceability docs essential for equine origin verification