Cowhide Counter Patch

A cowhide leather counter patch for reinforcing the heel area of formal oxfords. Classified as HTS 6406.10.90.90 other upper parts, though stiffener-like, but formed as part of upper not excluded. Leather from heading 4107 per definitions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.5%+17.5%22%
🇲🇽Mexico4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇨🇦Canada4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇩🇪Germany4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇯🇵Japan4.5%+10.0%14.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6406.20.00.00Lower: 20.2% vs 22%

If solely a stiffener like molded heel counter

Dedicated stiffener subheading excludes them from uppers.

4107.91Lower: 12.4% vs 22%

If unfinished leather sheets

Raw or crust leather stays in Chapter 41.

6403.99.60Higher: 26% vs 22%

If assembled with outer sole into full leather footwear

Complete leather footwear with uppers over 50% leather goes to 6403.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Differentiate from stiffeners by proving integration into upper assembly process

Tannery certificates needed for leather origin verification

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