Equine Grain Split Sole Leather for Work Boots from Germany
Durable grain split leather from equine hides, tanned and finished for sole applications in heavy-duty work boots. Classified in HTS 4107.92.60 as other grain splits for sole leather, equine origin allowed per chapter notes, without hair and parchment-dressed options.
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
• Include veterinary certificates confirming equine source and no hair on, per chapter exclusions for hairy skins
• Test for sole suitability (thickness >2.6mm, bend test); pitfall is customs reclassifying flexible splits as upper leather
• Declare as 'sole leather' with intended use affidavits to avoid blending with upper leather rates