Leather Staking Machine from Germany
Vibrating platform machine that softens and stretches tanned leather to improve flexibility. HTS 8453.80.00.00 covers this as other leather working equipment post-tanning.
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
• Specify post-tanning application to differentiate from preparation machinery
• Provide vibration frequency specs for customs verification