Butcher's Leather Apron from Japan
Water-resistant leather apron for butchers, with blood-resistant finish and adjustable ties for hygiene in meat processing. Essential protective apparel of leather. Classified in HTS 4203.10.40 per definition of protective clothing.
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
• Comply with FDA import requirements for food-contact leather; test for heavy metals
• Declare as 'apparel' not 'industrial article' to stay in 4203.10
• Avoid fur trims, as chapter notes route to 4303/4304