HS Code for Wet-blue leather
View full HS code detailsHS code 4104.19 pertains to bovine (including cow and buffalo) and equine hides that are in the wet state, specifically excluding full grains that are unsplit. This code often covers "grain splits," which are the top layer of the hide after it has been mechanically split during the tanning process. The wet-blue state indicates that the tanning process is complete enough to prevent putrefaction, but the leather is not yet a finished product. This classification is distinct from 4104.11, which covers the more valuable full-grain, unsplit hides. Accurate classification depends on verifying the animal type, the physical state (wet vs. dry), and the structural integrity (split vs. unsplit) of the hide. Because bovine leather is the most traded leather commodity globally, 4104.19 represents a significant volume of industrial leather trade, serving as the raw material for automotive upholstery, furniture, and heavy footwear.
Products Included
- Wet-blue bovine grain splits
- Wet-blue horse hide splits
- Wet-blue buffalo grain splits
- Chrome-tanned bovine leather (excluding full grain unsplit)
- Wet-blue equine leather splits
Common Misclassification
The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 4104.11, which is reserved for full-grain hides that have not been split. Another common error is using 4107, which is for bovine leather that has been further prepared (finished) after tanning. If the hide is in a dry state, it must be classified under 4104.49 instead of 4104.19.
FAQ
What is the HS code for wet-blue bovine grain splits?
Wet-blue bovine grain splits are classified under HS code 4104.19.
What is the difference between 4104.11 and 4104.19?
4104.11 is for full-grain hides that are unsplit, while 4104.19 covers other bovine hides in the wet state, including grain splits.
Alternative HS Codes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Wet-blue leather?
The HS code for Wet-blue leather is 410419 (Tanned or crust hides and skins; bovine or equine, without hair on, in the wet state (including wet-blue), excluding full grains, unsplit; grain splits).
How do I classify Wet-blue leather for customs?
Wet-blue leather is classified under HS code 410419 — Tanned or crust hides and skins; bovine or equine, without hair on, in the wet state (including wet-blue), excluding full grains, unsplit; grain splits. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Wet-blue leather the same in all countries?
The base HS code 410419 for Wet-blue leather is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.