Crocodile Leather Suspenders from China
Adjustable suspenders (braces) fashioned from premium crocodile reptile leather straps with metal clips for trouser support. This apparel accessory is specifically under HTS 4203.40.30.00 due to its reptile leather construction.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Ensure suspenders are not lined with fur exceeding trimming amounts to stay in Chapter 42
• Use authenticated tannery certificates proving 100% reptile leather composition
• Watch for reclassification if clips dominate as metal fittings from Section XV