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Metallized Goat Skin Leather

Metallized leather from goat skins, vacuum-deposited with a thin metallic layer like aluminum for a shimmering effect, used in fashion accessories. Classified under HTS 4114.20.70.00 as 'other' metallized leather in this subheading.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.6%+37.5%39.1%
🇲🇽Mexico1.6%+10.0%11.6%
🇨🇦Canada1.6%+10.0%11.6%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4106.22.00Higher: 39.9% vs 39.1%

If crust stage without metallization

Tanned but crust-finished goat hides without metal layer go to 4106 before full metallized processing.

7117.19Lower: 23.5% vs 39.1%

If imitation jewelry or base metal clad

Significant metal content may shift to Chapter 71 if used in jewelry rather than as leather.

4202.21Lower: 21.5% vs 39.1%

If when made into finished handbags

Completed articles like bags move from Chapter 41 leather to Chapter 42 travel goods.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Submit metallization process details and thickness measurements to confirm it qualifies as leather surface treatment

• Ensure hides were properly tanned irreversibly; reversible processes reclassify to wet-blue crust in 4104-4106