Full Grain Bovine Cowhide Leather Whole Skin from Germany
A whole bovine cowhide processed after tanning or crusting, featuring full grain surface without hair, not split, and not considered fancy leather. It falls under HTS 4107.19.70 as it is further prepared leather from bovine animals in whole form, excluding parchment-dressed or heading 4114 types. This leather is typically used for high-end upholstery or custom goods.
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
• Verify tanning process documentation to confirm it's beyond crusting and not reversible, distinguishing from headings 4101-4103
• Provide certificates of origin and chemical treatment records to prove compliance with REACH and CITES if applicable
• Avoid misclassification as fancy leather by ensuring no ornamental finishes; inspect for uniform quality