Bovine Full Grain Sole Leather for Orthopedic Shoes

Full grain unsplit bovine leather sides prepared post-tanning for stiff, supportive soles in orthopedic footwear. Falls under HTS 4107.91.60 as other full grains designated for sole leather of bovine animals. High-density finishing ensures medical-grade durability.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.3%+35.0%38.3%
🇲🇽Mexico3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇨🇦Canada3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇩🇪Germany3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇯🇵Japan3.3%+10.0%13.3%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

4107.91.40Lower: 37.5% vs 38.3%

If softer finish for uppers

Finishing determines upper vs sole; softer leather goes to upper subheading.

4115.10.00Lower: 35% vs 38.3%

If composition leather with >50% leather fiber

Reconstituted 'composition leather' (per schedule definition) shifts to heading 4115.

6403.99.60Lower: 26% vs 38.3%

If manufactured into leather outer soles

Assembled outer soles are parts of footwear under Chapter 64 headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct abrasion and flex tests; results support sole classification over upper

Ensure no hair on hides per chapter exclusion (c); declare processing fully

For bulk imports, use heat-treated pallets to meet phytosanitary rules if from restricted origins

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