HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4114.20 – Leather; patent leather and laminated patent leather; metallised leather
HS code 4114.20 is the 6-digit subheading for leather, patent leather and laminated patent leather, metallised leather. It is used for black patent leather sheets, metallic silver leather hides, laminated patent leather for shoes, iridescent leather panels and high-gloss patent leather for bags.
What HS 4114.20 covers
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.
- Covers
- 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
- Examples
- Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis
- Christian Louboutin patent leather shoes
- Gucci metallic leather bags
- Prada patent leather accessories
- Coach laminated leather goods
Codes often confused with 4114.20
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 411420, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 411420 in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 65% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 16% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $161M 65% of world exports
- 2 South Korea $25M 10.0% of world exports
- 3 China $10M 4.1% of world exports
World total: $248M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $38M 16% of world imports
- 2 Morocco $29M 12% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$28M 12% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $242M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 4114.20 2
Brazil splits HS 4114.20 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 4114.20.10 Patent and patent laminated leatherEnvernizados ou revestidos
- 4114.20.20 Metallised leatherMetalizados
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 41.14 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 4114.20
What is HS code 411420?
HS code 411420 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 411420?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 411420 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($161M, 65% of world exports), South Korea ($25M) and China ($10M). World exports came to about $248M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 411420?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 411420 in UN Comtrade data were China ($38M, 16% of world imports), Morocco ($29M) and Vietnam (about $28M). World imports came to about $242M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 411420?
Brazil splits HS code 411420 into 2 NCM codes: 4114.20.10 (Patent and patent laminated leather), 4114.20.20 (Metallised leather). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.