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Patent Leather Belt from Germany

Shiny patent leather belt with high-gloss finish and decorative buckle for evening wear. HTS 4203.30.00.00 includes patent leather per Chapter definition. Surface treatment doesn't change classification.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• VOC testing for patent coatings; declare surface treatment method

• Avoid shoe polish scent that flags Chapter 64 footwear

• Clean packaging prevents damage claims