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Leather Oil Seals

These are leather seals designed for use in hydraulic machinery to prevent oil leakage in pumps and engines. They are made from treated composition leather for durability under high pressure and technical applications. Classified under HTS 4205.00.10.00 as leather articles for machinery use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8484.90.00.00Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If sold as replacement part in gasket/seal sets

Gaskets and seals of leather for machinery are classified in Chapter 84 if presented as parts thereof.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 35%

If primarily plastic with leather facing

Material composition shifts to Chapter 39 if plastics give essential character over leather.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify leather composition certification to avoid misclassification as plastic seals under Chapter 39

Provide technical specs proving machinery use; general leather articles fall under 4205.00.80

Ensure documentation shows treatment for oil resistance, common pitfall is lacking end-use proof

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