Leather Splitting Machine from Germany
Industrial machine used to split leather hides into uniform thickness layers for further processing. It falls under HTS 8453.80.00.00 as machinery for working hides, skins, or leather, specifically for preparing leather by dividing it into thinner sheets.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify machine specifications match 'other machinery' for leather working to avoid reclassification to parts under 8453.90
• Include detailed technical manuals and end-use certificates proving leather industry application