Composition Leather Dust Powder from Japan
Fine powder produced by grinding scrap composition leather (leather fiber-based sheets) that is not viable for making new leather articles. Classified under HTS 4115.20.00.00 as leather flour/dust from Chapter 41 materials, often used in adhesives or fillers.
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
• Provide lab analysis confirming particle size <0.5mm and unsuitability for leather reconstitution to prevent misclassification
• Label shipments clearly as 'non-reusable leather powder' with safety data sheets for dust handling during customs inspection
• Check destination country restrictions on leather dust imports due to potential chromium content from tanning processes