Metalized Leather Belt from Japan
Leather belt with metallic foil lamination for fashion shimmer effect. Specifically included in HTS 4203.30.00.00 Chapter definition of leather. Metallic layer considered surface treatment.
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
• Metal adhesion testing prevents delamination claims; REACH SVHC declaration
• Distinguish from true metallics in Chapter 71
• Sample approval speeds first shipments