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Patent Laminated Buffalo Hide for Furniture

Durable patent laminated leather from buffalo hides, coated with polyurethane film for high-gloss upholstery in sofas and chairs. It is specifically 'other' patent laminated leather under HTS 4114.20.70.00 due to the lamination.

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.

4104.41Lower: 15.8% vs 39.1%

If wet-blue crust from buffalo

Raw tanned buffalo hides in crust form before lamination fall under 4104.

9401Lower: 12.5% vs 39.1%

If imported as furniture parts

Leather-covered seat components shift to Chapter 94 if assembled for furniture.

5907.00.60Lower: 37.5% vs 39.1%

If impregnated with paint/enamel topcoat

Painted or enameled textile-backed leather moves to 5907.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide furniture-grade certifications and flame retardancy tests if applicable for end-use compliance

• Document exact lamination percentage to prevent reclassification as predominantly plastic under Chapter 39

• Avoid bulk packaging without retail intent, as it may trigger different valuation methods