About HS Code 411420
This HS code covers specialized finished leathers known for their distinctive surface treatments: patent leather, laminated patent leather, and metallised leather. Patent leather is characterized by its high-gloss, often mirror-like finish, achieved through a synthetic coating. Laminated patent leather involves multiple layers, sometimes with a non-leather backing, while metallised leather features a metallic sheen. These leathers are highly sought after in the fashion industry for footwear, handbags, belts, and other accessories due to their aesthetic appeal and unique textures. Importers are typically fashion-centric countries and luxury goods manufacturers like Italy, China, and Vietnam. Exporters are nations with advanced tanning and finishing industries capable of producing these specialized materials, such as Italy, India, and Brazil. Key considerations in this trade include fashion trends, the durability of the finish, and increasingly, ethical sourcing and sustainability practices within the leather industry.
Products Under This Code
Black patent leather sheets, metallic silver leather hides, laminated patent leather for shoes, iridescent leather panels, high-gloss patent leather for bags, embossed patent leather, gold metallised leather
Real World Examples
Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis, Christian Louboutin patent leather shoes, Gucci metallic leather bags, Prada patent leather accessories, Coach laminated leather goods
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 4107 (other finished leather) if the specific patent, laminated, or metallised finish is not recognized, or with 411410 (chamois, patent, or metallised leather of sheep/lamb/goat) if the animal origin is not specified.
Products Classified Under 4114.20
Trade Overview
Top importers include Italy, China, Vietnam; top exporters include Italy, India, Brazil.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 411420?
HS code 411420 covers: Leather; patent leather and laminated patent leather; metallised leather. This HS code covers specialized finished leathers known for their distinctive surface treatments: patent leather, laminated patent leather, and metallised leather. Patent leather is characterized by its high-gloss, often mirror-like finish, achieved through a synthetic coating. Laminated patent leather involves multiple layers, sometimes with a non-leather backing, while metallised leather features a metallic sheen. These leathers are highly sought after in the fashion industry for footwear, handbags, belts, and other accessories due to their aesthetic appeal and unique textures. Importers are typically fashion-centric countries and luxury goods manufacturers like Italy, China, and Vietnam. Exporters are nations with advanced tanning and finishing industries capable of producing these specialized materials, such as Italy, India, and Brazil. Key considerations in this trade include fashion trends, the durability of the finish, and increasingly, ethical sourcing and sustainability practices within the leather industry.
What products fall under HS code 411420?
Black patent leather sheets, metallic silver leather hides, laminated patent leather for shoes, iridescent leather panels, high-gloss patent leather for bags, embossed patent leather, gold metallised leather
What are common misclassifications for HS code 411420?
This code can be confused with 4107 (other finished leather) if the specific patent, laminated, or metallised finish is not recognized, or with 411410 (chamois, patent, or metallised leather of sheep/lamb/goat) if the animal origin is not specified.
How is HS code 411420 structured?
HS code 411420 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (41) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (14) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.