Chrome-Tanned Buffalo Sole Leather

Chrome-tanned buffalo leather optimized for flexible yet tough soles in casual shoes, with split layers for weight reduction. HTS 4107.99.60.50 applies to other split sole leather from buffalo (bovine), further prepared including crust retanning per note (b).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+35.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

4107.99.50Lower: 37.8% vs 40%

If designated as upper leather

Upper leather subheading 4107.99.50 precedes sole; end-use intent determines split.

4105.30.00Lower: 37% vs 40%

If partly finished crust only

Crust leather prior to full further preparation stays in 4105; retanning moves it forward.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Detail chrome vs. veg tanning in invoices to match subheading preparation descriptions

Inspect for birdskin or waste exclusions under chapter notes (a) and (b)

Pair with end-use declarations for sole manufacturing to justify against upper leather

Related Products under HTS 4107.99.60.50

Bovine Sole Leather Sides

Full sides of thick, vegetable-tanned bovine leather specifically prepared for use as shoe soles, with a firm texture and high durability after tanning and crusting processes. Classified under HTS 4107.99.60.50 as sole leather from bovine animals, without hair, further prepared beyond basic tanning. It meets the criteria for sole leather due to its density and suitability for bottom shoe components.

Buffalo Hide Sole Leather

Heavy-duty sole leather derived from water buffalo hides, chrome-tanned and fat-liquored for water resistance and wear, ideal for rugged footwear soles. Falls under HTS 4107.99.60.50 as further prepared bovine (buffalo) leather designated for soles, post-crusting. Excludes hair-on buffalo hides per chapter notes.

Equine Sole Leather Sheets

Durable leather sheets from horse hides, parchment-dressed and finished for high-abrasion sole applications in boots and work shoes. HTS 4107.99.60.50 covers equine leather further prepared after tanning/crusting, specified as sole leather without hair. Parchment-dressing aligns with heading description.

Vegetable-Tanned Bovine Sole Bends

Bends (shoulder cuts) of bovine leather vegetable-tanned to high firmness for orthopedic shoe soles and cobbler repairs. Classified in 4107.99.60.50 for other further prepared sole leather from bovine animals, post-crusting. Vegetable tanning provides eco-friendly durability.

Horsehide Sole Leather for Boots

Thick horsehide leather, fat-liquored and dried for stiff boot soles, providing superior grip and longevity. Under 4107.99.60.50 as equine sole leather, further prepared after crusting, without hair per chapter exclusions.