Metallized Calf Leather Sheets for Shoe Uppers from Japan
Metallized calf leather features a thin metallic foil or vacuum-deposited layer on the surface for a shimmering effect, derived from kip-sized calf hides. Classified under HTS 4114.20.40.00 due to its metallized processing on calf/kip leather, separate from standard tanned leathers. Ideal for high-fashion footwear.
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
• Include lab tests confirming metallic layer is thin and subsidiary to the leather base per tariff definitions
• Label clearly as 'metallized calf leather' and avoid generic 'metallic material' to prevent Chapter 71 misclassification