Equine Grain Split Sole Leather for Work Boots from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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