Cowhide Boots Shoelaces from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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