Buffalo Hide Sole Leather from Mexico
Durable sole leather derived from buffalo hides, tanned and finished for high-wear shoe bottoms with excellent abrasion resistance. This leather is further prepared after crusting, without hair, suitable for rugged footwear soles. Fits HTS 4107.99.60 as sole leather from bovine (buffalo) animals.
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
• Test for thickness and tempering specs, as sole leather must meet industry standards for sole use to avoid upper leather confusion
• Include lab reports on fat-liquoring and finishing to distinguish from crust under chapter notes
• Declare animal origin precisely, as buffalo is bovine but may require specific veterinary certificates