Patent Laminated Cowhide Leather from Japan
This is a high-shine patent laminated leather made from cowhide, where a plastic film is bonded to the leather surface to create a glossy, durable finish. It falls under HTS 4114.20.70.00 as 'other' patent laminated leather, distinct from simple patent leather due to the lamination process.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the lamination process meets patent standards; provide lab tests confirming plastic film bonding to leather base
• Include certificates of origin and detailed material composition to avoid reclassification as Chapter 39 plastics