Cowhide Boots Shoelaces

Thick, flat leather shoelaces crafted from cowhide, ideal for work boots and hiking footwear with reinforced aglets. Classified under HTS 4205.00.20.00 due to their leather construction as other leather articles specifically for lacing shoes. They resist fraying and maintain tension in rugged conditions.

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.

6117.80.95Lower: 32.1% vs 35%

If knitted from synthetic fibers

Knitted textile laces go to Chapter 61, separate from leather-based Chapter 42 articles.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 35%

If made from PVC or rubberized materials

Synthetic polymer laces are plastics under Chapter 39, not qualifying as leather.

4203.30.00.00Higher: 37.7% vs 35%

If sold as part of a leather belt and lace set

Articles sold as sets with apparel accessories like belts fall under heading 4203, changing from standalone laces.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include lab tests confirming leather content over 50% to avoid reclassification; bundle in pairs for retail packaging to match declaration; ensure aglets are not metal-clad to stay out of Chapter 71

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