Equine-Free Bovine Steer Hide Whole Leather from Mexico
Whole steer hides from bovine animals, prepared after tanning with fat-liquoring, non-fancy and unsplit. Fits HTS 4107.19.70 for other whole bovine leathers excluding fancy types. Commonly used for shoe uppers and linings.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Species verification via DNA testing docs if challenged, as bovine includes buffalo but excludes equine
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial parts; declare as whole for correct subheading
• Check for parchment-dressing which might shift to other 4107 categories