Reptile Leather Key Fob from China
A small key holder crafted from genuine reptile leather, such as python or alligator skin, featuring a metal ring for keys. It falls under HTS 4205.00.60.00 as an other article of reptile leather, not classifiable as apparel, bags, or cases in prior headings. The exotic skin provides durability and luxury appeal.
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
• Verify CITES permits for reptile species like python or crocodile to avoid seizures at customs
• Provide tannery certificates confirming 100% reptile leather composition for accurate classification
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as generic leather, which shifts to lower-duty codes