Swine Split Leather Sheets from Japan
Split leather sheets derived from swine hides, further prepared after tanning or crusting, without hair on, used for lining or budget footwear. Classified under HTS 4113.20.00.00 for swine leather that is parchment-dressed or similarly processed, excluding heading 4114. The splitting distinguishes it from full hides.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
54.2%
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
9903.41.0540%Bovine (including buffalo) and equine leather (provided for in heading 4104 or 4107); goat, kid, sheep and lamb leather, the foregoing dyed, colored, stamped or embossed (provided for in heading 4105, 4106, 4112 or 4113)
Import Tips
• Provide splitting and tanning process records; splits under certain thickness may face scrutiny
• Label as 'swine origin' clearly to prevent confusion with goat or other Chapter 41 leathers
• Avoid bulk packaging without invoices specifying 'further prepared after crusting'