Crocodile Leather Belt from Japan
Fashion belt constructed from genuine crocodile hide, featuring a classic buckle for men's or women's apparel. Falls under HTS 4203.10.20.00 as a brace or belt, per the chapter notes defining clothing accessories of reptile leather.
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
• Attach CITES tags and certificates to each belt for traceability
• Distinguish from watch straps; those go to 9113 per chapter exclusions
• Ensure no precious metal parts dominate essential character, avoiding Chapter 71