Shoe Polishing Chamois Leather from Japan
Premium chamois leather strips for buffing and polishing leather shoes to a high shine. HTS 4114.10.00.00 applies as it's unfinished chamois leather, not assembled into Chapter 42 articles. Known for lint-free finish.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure no finishing like dyeing that could push into 4104-4106 crust categories
• Document as 'in the rough' if not fully processed to avoid reclassification