Horsehide Sole Leather for Boots from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include veterinary certs confirming no prohibited animal origins like dogs per note (c)
• Thickness gauging (>4mm) helps substantiate sole vs. lining leather claims
• Ship in sides or bends to avoid set classification shifts