Fat-Liquored Goat Crust Leather from Japan
Goat hides fat-liquored and dried post-crusting, considered further prepared per Chapter note (b), not fancy. HTS 4113.10.30.00 includes such goat/kid leather without hair for industrial uses. Enhances softness for automotive interiors.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Reference Chapter note (b) in documentation to justify crust inclusion in further preparation
• Monitor fat content levels to ensure not reclassified as unfinished
• Partner with certified tanners for traceability in supply chain audits