| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4203300000 | Doc | 57.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8308906000 | Doc | 58.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4205002000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9606104000 | Doc | 58.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 4010333000 | Doc | 58.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Here is the structured classification and tariff information for leather belts based on the provided HS codes and tax details:
✅ Product Classification: Leather Belt
🔍 HS CODE: 4203300000
Description: Leather or synthetic leather made clothing and clothing accessories: belts (with or without buckles)
- Base Tariff Rate: 2.7%
- Additional Tariff (2025.4.2 onwards): 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 57.7%
- Key Notes:
- This is the most relevant code for leather belts with or without buckles.
- The additional tariff increases significantly after April 2, 2025.
- Verify the material (leather vs. synthetic) and unit price to ensure correct classification.
🔍 HS CODE: 8308906000
Description: Fastenings for clothing or clothing accessories (e.g., belts) and parts thereof
- Base Tariff Rate: 3.9%
- Additional Tariff (2025.4.2 onwards): 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 58.9%
- Key Notes:
- This code applies to buckles or fastenings used on belts.
- If your product includes metal or plastic buckles, this code may apply.
- Check if the buckles are sold separately or as part of the belt.
🔍 HS CODE: 4205002000
Description: Leather products, such as laces
- Base Tariff Rate: 0.0%
- Additional Tariff (2025.4.2 onwards): 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 55.0%
- Key Notes:
- This code is for leather laces, not belts.
- Not applicable to leather belts unless the product is laces.
🔍 HS CODE: 9606104000
Description: Belt buckles
- Base Tariff Rate: 3.5%
- Additional Tariff (2025.4.2 onwards): 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 58.5%
- Key Notes:
- This code is for belt buckles made of metal or other materials.
- If your product is only the buckle, this code may apply.
- Ensure the product is not classified as part of a belt under 4203300000.
🔍 HS CODE: 4010333000
Description: Vulcanized rubber conveyor or transmission belts, especially those with trapezoidal cross-section (V-belts), with a circumference of more than 180 cm but not exceeding 240 cm
- Base Tariff Rate: 3.4%
- Additional Tariff (2025.4.2 onwards): 30.0%
- Total Tax Rate: 58.4%
- Key Notes:
- This code is for industrial rubber belts, not applicable to leather belts.
- Avoid misclassification if your product is not industrial in nature.
📌 Proactive Advice for Importers:
- Verify the product composition (e.g., leather, synthetic, or rubber) and function (e.g., belt, buckle, or laces).
- Check if the product is sold as a complete belt or as a component (e.g., buckle only).
- Confirm the material and unit price to avoid misclassification.
- Be aware of the significant increase in tariffs after April 2, 2025.
- Check if any certifications or documentation (e.g., origin, material compliance) are required for import.
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