Leather Belt Strap from Japan
A genuine cowhide leather strap designed for belts, featuring punched holes for buckles and a polished finish. Classified under HTS 4205.00.40.00 as a strap made of leather, not assembled into a complete belt or other finished article. Excludes items with precious metal parts that alter essential character.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify leather content exceeds 50% for Chapter 42 eligibility; provide tannery certificates to avoid misclassification as textile
• Ensure no prohibited fur linings per chapter notes