Water Buffalo Sole Leather Sheet
Large sheets of full-grain unsplit water buffalo sole leather, prepared post-crusting for high-impact shoe soles. HTS 4107.91.60.50 applies to this buffalo-derived product as unsplit full-grain sole leather.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If split rather than unsplit
Splits follow full-grains in tariff structure under 'other'.
If from sheep/lamb rather than bovine
Heading 4114 specifically for sheep/goat leathers excluded here.
If formed into outer sole for footwear
Pre-formed soles classify as footwear parts in Chapter 64.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use ISO-tested thickness (>4mm typical for soles) to differentiate from uppers
• Avoid bulk import without end-use declaration; specify 'sole leather' to prevent 4107.91.60.00
• Comply with REACH for chemical treatments in tanning process
Related Products under HTS 4107.91.60.50
Bovine Sole Leather Hide
Full-grain, unsplit bovine leather prepared after tanning, specifically finished for use in shoe soles due to its high density and durability. Classified under HTS 4107.91.60.50 as sole leather from bovine animals, without hair, distinct from upper leather. It undergoes processes ensuring strength for high-wear applications.
Buffalo Sole Leather Side
Full-grain unsplit side of water buffalo leather, further prepared post-tanning for sole applications, offering superior abrasion resistance. Falls under HTS 4107.91.60.50 as sole leather from buffalo (bovine family), without hair on. Ideal for heavy-duty footwear like work boots.
Equine Sole Leather Full Grain
Unsplit full-grain leather from equine hides (e.g., horse), further prepared after tanning specifically for sole leather due to its tough fiber structure. HTS 4107.91.60.50 covers this as sole leather in the bovine/equine category, excluding hair-on or heading 4114 leathers.
Cowhide Sole Leather for Work Boots
Heavy-duty full-grain unsplit cowhide leather, tanned and finished for sole use in safety footwear, providing oil and heat resistance. Classified in HTS 4107.91.60.50 as other full-grain unsplit sole leather from bovine animals.
Horsehide Sole Leather for Orthopedic Shoes
Full-grain unsplit horsehide leather further prepared for durable orthopedic shoe soles, emphasizing flexibility and wear resistance. Fits HTS 4107.91.60.50 as equine sole leather, other than upper.
Full Grain Bovine Sole Leather Bend
Bend cuts from full-grain unsplit bovine leather, tanned and finished for shoe sole production, known for uniform thickness. Classified under HTS 4107.91.60.50 as sole leather, distinguishing from flexible upper leather.