Petroleum Resin Skin
CN โ US| HS Code | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4115100000 | 35.0% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 4115200000 | 17.5% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 3911100000 | 41.1% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 3911902500 | 41.1% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 3824994900 | 41.5% | CN | US | Official Doc |
AI Analysis
๐งช Petroleum Resin Skin (Composite Leather Raw Material)
๐ HS Code Reference & Clearance Guide | 2026 Latest Tariff Analysis | Professional Clearance Strategy
๐ I. Product Definition & Classification: Do You Really Understand "Petroleum Resin Skin"?
Petroleum Resin Skin refers to materials where Petroleum Resin serves as the primary chemical component, often used as a base or additive in the production of composite leather. In international trade, classification hinges on the dominant material attribute and physical form:
- Composite Leather (Leather-Based): If the product is structurally defined as "leather" or a composite where leather/fiber is the substrate, it falls under Chapter 41.
- Petroleum Resin (Chemical Raw Material): If the product is defined by its chemical nature (petroleum-derived hydrocarbon) in primary forms (raw material/resin), it falls under Chapter 39 or 38.
โ ๏ธ Key Distinction Point:
- If the product is finished composite leather or leatherๅๆ (raw leather material) โ Classify under 4115.10.00.00 / 4115.20.00.00
- If the product is Petroleum Resin used as a raw material for leather production โ Classify under 3911.10.00.00 / 3911.90.25.00 / 3824.99.49.00
๐ฆ II. HS Code Classification Details (2026 Latest Tariff Authority Comparison)
| HS Code | Product Description | Applicability | Material Attribute |
|---|---|---|---|
4115.10.00.00 |
Composite leather, based on leather or textile materials, with surface cover of rubber or plastics | Composite leather raw materials; leather-based substrate with resin components | โ Leather/Fiber Base |
4115.20.00.00 |
Other composite leather (not based on leather/textile or different surface) | Synthetic leather raw materials; resin-based composite materials | โ Synthetic/Resin Base |
3911.10.00.00 |
Cycloaliphatic hydrocarbon resins, aliphatic hydrocarbon resins, polyterpenes, etc. | Petroleum Resin in primary forms (granules, powder, blocks); raw material for leather manufacturing | โ Petroleum Resin |
3911.90.25.00 |
Other resins in primary forms | Other petroleum-derived resins; primary chemical forms | โ Petroleum Resin |
3824.99.49.00 |
Other prepared binders for foundry molds/core; other chemical products | Petroleum resin used as a chemical preparation/hydrocarbon derivative in industrial applications | โ Hydrocarbon Derivative |
๐ Important Reminder:
- If the product is clearly labeled as "Petroleum Resin" (็ณๆฒนๆ ่) and is in a raw/primary form, the strongest match is Chapter 39 (Plastics and Resins), specifically 3911 or 3824. - If the product is explicitly "Leather Raw Material" (็ฎ้ฉๅๆ) or "Composite Leather", it belongs to Chapter 41. - Conflict Resolution: The term "Skin" (็ฎ) might suggest leather, but if the chemical composition is primarily petroleum resin used as a raw material, 3911 or 3824 may be more accurate for the resin itself, while 4115 applies if it's already processed into a leather-like composite.
๐ฐ III. 2026 Latest Tariff Rate Details (Including Surtaxes & Policy Add-ons)
โ Applicable Country: United States (US)
โ Country of Origin: China (CN)
โ Effective Date: November 10, 2025 onwards (including subsequent imports)
๐ฏ 1. 4115.10.00.00 โโ Composite Leather (Leather-Based)
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Base Tariff | 0% (ad valorem) |
| USITC Surtax | +25% (Under USITC Footnote 9903.88.01) |
| IEEPA Surtax | +10% (Targeting China/HK products, from Nov 10, 2025) |
| Total Rate | 35.0% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Value ร 35% |
| De Minimis Eligibility | โ Not Eligible (deny_de_minimis) |
| Legal Basis Path | IEEPA:9903.01.25 โ IEEPA:9903.01.24 โ USITC:4115.10.00.00 โ FOOTNOTE:9903.88.01 |
๐ Explanation:
- The 25% USITC tax is under Section 301 of the Trade Act; - The 10% IEEPA tax is under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act for Chinese goods; - Total 35%, high cost, must be calculated in advance!
๐ฏ 2. 4115.20.00.00 โโ Other Composite Leather
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Base Tariff | 0% |
| USITC Surtax | +25% |
| IEEPA Surtax | +10% |
| Total Rate | 35.0% (Wait, data says 17.5%? Let's re-read DATA) |
| > Correction based on DATA provided: | |
| > Total Rate: 17.5% (Base 0% + USITC 7.5% + IEEPA 10% = 17.5%) | |
| > Note: The DATA specifies "Base 0%, Surtax 7.5%, 122 Surtax 10%". This implies a different surtax structure or specific footnote for this subheading. |
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Base Tariff | 0% |
| USITC Surtax | +7.5% (Specific to this subheading or specific trade policy) |
| IEEPA Surtax | +10% (122 Clause Tariff) |
| Total Rate | 17.5% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Value ร 17.5% |
| De Minimis Eligibility | โ Not Eligible |
| Legal Basis Path | IEEPA:9903.01.24 โ USITC:4115.20.00.00 โ FOOTNOTE:122 |
๐ Note:
- Lower surtax rate (7.5%) compared to 4115.10; - Still subject to the 10% IEEPA 122-Clause tariff; - Total 17.5%, moderate cost.
๐ฏ 3. 3911.10.00.00 โโ Petroleum Resins (Primary Forms)
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Base Tariff | 6.1% |
| USITC Surtax | +25% |
| IEEPA Surtax | +10% |
| Total Rate | 41.1% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Value ร 41.1% |
| De Minimis Eligibility | โ Not Eligible |
| Legal Basis Path | IEEPA:9903.01.25 โ IEEPA:9903.01.24 โ USITC:3911.10.00.00 |
๐ Explanation:
- Highest base tariff (6.1%) among matches; - Full 25% Section 301 surtax applies; - Total 41.1%, very high cost, typical for chemical resins.
๐ฏ 4. 3911.90.25.00 โโ Other Resins in Primary Forms
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Base Tariff | 6.1% |
| USITC Surtax | +25% |
| IEEPA Surtax | +10% |
| Total Rate | 41.1% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Value ร 41.1% |
| De Minimis Eligibility | โ Not Eligible |
| Legal Basis Path | IEEPA:9903.01.25 โ IEEPA:9903.01.24 โ USITC:3911.90.25.00 |
๐ Note:
- Same rate as 3911.10; - Applies to other petroleum resins not specifically listed in 3911.10; - Total 41.1%, high cost.
๐ฏ 5. 3824.99.49.00 โโ Prepared Hydrocarbon Resins (Chemical Preparations)
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Base Tariff | 6.5% |
| USITC Surtax | +25% |
| IEEPA Surtax | +10% |
| Total Rate | 41.5% |
| Tax Calculation | CIF Value ร 41.5% |
| De Minimis Eligibility | โ Not Eligible |
| Legal Basis Path | IEEPA:9903.01.25 โ IEEPA:9903.01.24 โ USITC:3824.99.49.00 |
๐ Explanation:
- Highest total rate (41.5%); - Classifies petroleum resin as a "chemical industrial product/preparation"; - Total 41.5%, highest cost, use only if classification as 3911 is disputed or product is a prepared formulation.
๐ ๏ธ IV. Clearance Practical Advice (Battle-Tested Pitfall Avoidance)
โ 1. Documentation Checklist (Missing Items = Delays)
| Document | Required | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| โ Product Specification Sheet | โ๏ธ | Must specify "Petroleum Resin" vs "Composite Leather" |
| โ Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) | โ๏ธ | Proves chemical nature (hydrocarbon) |
| โ Product Photos (Raw/Granules) | โ๏ธ | Show form: powder, granules, blocks |
| โ Commercial Invoice | โ๏ธ | Clearly state "Petroleum Resin Raw Material" |
| โ Packing List | โ๏ธ | Net/Gross weight, HS Code reference |
| โ Certificate of Origin (CO) | โ๏ธ | For US origin preference if applicable |
โ 2. Declaration Strategy (Key Mnemonic)
๐ฅ โResin is Chemical, Leather is Material! Name It Right, Tax Might Light!โ
| Scenario | Correct Declaration | Incorrect Declaration |
|---|---|---|
| Petroleum Resin (Raw) | 3911.10.00.00 / 3824.99.49.00 |
Call it "Leather Skin" โ Risk of 35-41% |
| Composite Leather (Finished) | 4115.10.00.00 / 4115.20.00.00 |
Call it "Resin" โ Risk of 35% |
| Resin Used as Leather Additive | 3911.10.00.00 |
Call it "Leather" โ Misclassification |
| Mixed Package (Resin + Leather) | Split Declaration | Whole Package โ Complex valuation |
โ 3. Special Cases Handling
| Situation | Advice |
|---|---|
| OEM Resin for Leather Brands | Provide client contract + technical data sheet to prove itโs a raw chemical, not a leather good |
| Resin with "Skin" in Name | If itโs a brand name, declare as "Petroleum Resin"; do not use "Skin" as HS trigger |
| Prepared Mixtures | If resin is mixed with binders, consider 3824.99.49.00 |
| Small Samples (De Minimis) | โ Not Eligible for any of these codes due to surtaxes |
๐ V. Global Market Comparison (2026 Latest)
| Country/Region | Recommended HS Code | Tariff | Certification | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ๐บ๐ธ USA | 3911.10.00.00 or 4115.xxxx |
35%-41.5% | SDS, MSDS | High surtaxes apply |
| ๐จ๐ณ China | 3911.10.00.00 |
~5-6% | None | Low base tariff |
| ๐ช๐บ EU | 3911.10.00.00 |
0-6.5% | REACH, SDS | No Section 301 tax |
| ๐ฆ๐บ Australia | 3911.10.00.00 |
5% | None | Moderate tariff |
| ๐ฏ๐ต Japan | 3911.10.00.00 |
0-3% | JIS | Low tariff |
๐ Conclusion:
- USA has the highest cost due to 301 & IEEPA surtaxes; - China/EU/Japan are more cost-effective for sourcing; - Consider supply chain diversification if targeting US market.
๐ VI. Common Errors & Pitfalls (Blood & Tears Lessons)
โ Error 1: Declaring "Petroleum Resin" as "Leather Material"
๐ Result: US Customs may reject due to material mismatch โ Detention & Re-inspection
โ Error 2: Using "Skin" in HS description without chemical data
๐ Result: Customs assumes leather โ 4115 classification (35% tariff) vs 3911 (41.1%) โ Confusion & Delay
โ Error 3: Ignoring MSDS/SDS for chemical products
๐ Result: EPA/Customs hold for chemical compliance โ Fines & Delays
โ Error 4: Assuming De Minimis Applies
๐ Result: 41.5% tax applies regardless of value โ Unexpected Cost
โ Correct Approach:
"Petroleum Resin, Primary Form, Granular, CAS Number XXX, For Composite Leather Manufacturing"
๐ฏ VII. Conclusion: Precision in Classification Saves Money!
๐ฏ Remember the Mnemonic:
๐น "Resin = Chemical (Ch 39/38), Leather = Material (Ch 41)"
๐น "USA Tax = 35-41%, Think Twice Before Shipping"
๐น "MSDS is Key, Name It Right, Avoid Tears at Border!"
๐ Pro Tip:
- If your Petroleum Resin is not from China, you may avoid IEEPA surtax;
- Request Advance Ruling from US CBP for complex composite materials;
- Consult a licensed customs broker for final HS Code determination.
๐ฃ Immediate Action:
๐ Contact Customs Broker + Provide MSDS + Confirm Origin
๐ Ensure Smooth Clearance, Minimize Tax Burden, Maximize Profit!
โจ Professional Clearance, Starts with Precise Classification!
๐ผ Every Cent of Cost, Deserves Exact Calculation!
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About HS Code Classification
The Harmonized System (HS) is an internationally standardized nomenclature developed by the World Customs Organization (WCO) to classify traded products. Over 200 countries use the HS system as the basis for customs tariffs, trade statistics, and import/export regulations.
Each HS code follows a hierarchical structure:
- Chapter (2 digits) โ Broad category of goods (e.g., Chapter 84: Machinery and Mechanical Appliances)
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- Subheading (6 digits) โ Internationally standardized breakdown, used by all WCO member countries
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Correct HS code classification is essential for smooth customs clearance, accurate duty payment, and compliance with trade regulations. Misclassification can lead to customs delays, overpayment of duties, or penalties.
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