Varanus Lizard Fancy Leather from China
Fancy Varanus (monitor) lizard leather, post-tanned with intricate scale embossing, hairless and split for flexibility. Under HTS 4113.30.60.00 as fancy reptile leather for custom belts and braces. Meets chapter definition excluding reversible processes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct species ID via microscopy if challenged on reptile classification
• Bundle with dyeing process proofs for 'further prepared' status
• Watch for bulk packaging mislabeling as industrial vs retail