Scented Leather Disinfectant
CN โ US| HS Code | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3808594000 | 40.0% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 3808945095 | 40.0% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 3405100000 | 35.0% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 3405900000 | 35.0% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 340129 | 0.0% | CN | US | Official Doc |
| 420500 | 0.0% | CN | US | Official Doc |
AI Analysis
๐งด Scented Leather Disinfectant (้ฆๆฐด็ฎ้ฉๆถๆฏๅ)
๐ HS Code Reference & Customs Clearance Guide | 2026 Latest Tariff Analysis | Professional Logistics Strategy
๐ I. Product Definition & Classification: What is "Scented Leather Disinfectant"?
Scented Leather Disinfectant is a specialized chemical preparation designed for the dual purpose of cleaning/scouring and disinfecting leather goods (shoes, bags, furniture). It typically contains: 1. Organic Surface-Active Agents (Surfactants): To remove dirt and oils. 2. Disinfecting Agents: To kill microorganisms/bacteria. 3. Fragrance Components: To provide a pleasant scent.
โ ๏ธ Key Classification Conflict:
The classification depends heavily on the primary function declared and the formulation: - If it acts primarily as a cleaning/polishing agent (removing dirt, cleaning surface), it falls under Chapter 34. - If it acts primarily as a disinfectant (killing germs), it falls under Chapter 38. - Note: The provided data contains conflicting inferences. We will analyze based on the specific HS Codes provided in the<DATA>tag.
๐ฆ II. HS Code Classification Details (Based on Provided Data)
The input data provides two distinct logical paths. Below is the breakdown:
| HS Code | Product Description (From Data) | Primary Function | Tax Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3401.29 | Other soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing... including scented leather disinfectants used as cleaning agents... | Cleaning / Washing | โ ๏ธ Error: Tax retrieval failed |
| 3808.91 | Pesticides; disinfectants and similar products... used primarily to kill microorganisms on surfaces | Disinfection | โ ๏ธ Error: Tax retrieval failed |
| 4205.00 | Articles of leather or composition leather... scented leather disinfectants applied to leather goods | Leather Care Article | โ ๏ธ Error: Tax retrieval failed |
| 3405.10.00.00 | Polishes, creams and similar preparations for footwear or leather | Leather Polish/Cream | โ 25.0% |
| 3405.90.00.00 | Other (fallback: general scouring/similar preparations) | General Scouring | โ 25.0% |
| 3808.59.40.00 | Disinfectants... put up in forms or packings for retail sale... | Retail Disinfectant | โ 0.0% |
| 3808.94.50.95 | Disinfectants: Other | Other Disinfectants | โ 0.0% |
๐ Critical Analysis of Data Contradictions:
1. Chapter 34 (3401.29, 3405.10, 3405.90): Treats the product as a cosmetic/cleaning preparation. The data indicates a 25% total tax for these codes. 2. Chapter 38 (3808.91, 3808.59, 3808.94): Treats the product as a chemical disinfectant. The data indicates a 0.0% total tax for these codes. 3. Chapter 42 (4205.00): Treats it as an article of leather care. Tax is Error in the data.
๐ฐ III. 2026 Latest Tariff Rate Details
Based strictly on the <DATA> provided, here is the tax breakdown. Note that the data shows a significant disparity between "Cleaning/Polishing" codes and "Disinfectant" codes.
๐ฏ 1. Category: Leather Polishes & Cleaning Preparations (High Tax)
| HS Code | Product Description | Base Tariff | Additional Tariff | Total Tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3405.10.00.00 | Polishes, creams and similar preparations for footwear or leather | 0.0% | 25.0% | 25.0% |
| 3405.90.00.00 | Other (general scouring/similar preparations) | 0.0% | 25.0% | 25.0% |
| 3401.29 | Other soap; organic surface-active products... | N/A (Error) | N/A (Error) | Error |
| 3808.91 | Disinfectants (primary kill function) | N/A (Error) | N/A (Error) | Error |
| 4205.00 | Articles of leather... | N/A (Error) | N/A (Error) | Error |
๐ Explanation:
- Products classified under 3405 are considered consumer goods/cosmetics for leather care. The data explicitly states a 25% total tax (likely due to specific additional duties like USITC/Section 301 or local levies included in the "total_tax" field). - 3401.29, 3808.91, and 4205.00 have "Failed to retrieve tax information" in the source data, so their tax liability is undefined in this specific context.
๐ฏ 2. Category: Chemical Disinfectants (Low/Zero Tax)
| HS Code | Product Description | Base Tariff | Additional Tariff | Total Tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3808.59.40.00 | Disinfectants (retail pack, specific note 1) | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 3808.94.50.95 | Disinfectants: Other Other | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
๐ Explanation:
- If the product is declared strictly as a disinfectant (chemical killing agents) and fits the description in 3808, the tax is 0.0% according to the provided data. - This creates a strategic classification opportunity: If the primary function is disinfection, using a 3808 code could save 25% in taxes compared to a 3405 code.
๐ ๏ธ IV. Customs Clearance Practical Advice
โ 1. Declaration Strategy (Avoiding the 25% Pitfall)
| Scenario | Recommended HS Code | Tax Rate | Risk/Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product is clearly a polish/cream (e.g., "Leather Conditioner & Scent") | 3405.10.00.00 |
25.0% | High tax, but accurate if cleaning is primary. |
| Product is primarily a spray disinfectant (e.g., "Bacteria Killer for Leather") | 3808.59.40.00 or 3808.94.50.95 |
0.0% | Potential Savings: Claiming 0% tax. Must prove "disinfectant" is the main function. |
| Product is a "Cleaning & Disinfectant" hybrid | Risk Area | 25.0% or 0.0% | Customs may reclassify as 3405 (25%) if they see "soap" or "scouring" elements. |
โ ๏ธ Critical Warning:
The data shows3401.29and3808.91have Tax Errors. Do not rely on these for final cost calculation. Stick to 3405 (25%) or 3808 (0%) which have clear tax values in the data.
โ 2. Required Documentation
| Document | Requirement | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Product Label | Must clearly state "Disinfectant" if using 3808 code. | To support 0% tax claim. |
| Safety Data Sheet (SDS) | Show active ingredients (e.g., Quaternary Ammonium, Alcohol). | To prove chemical disinfectant nature. |
| Marketing Materials | If using 3405, highlight "Polish," "Cream," "Scour." | If using 3808, highlight "Kill 99.9% Bacteria." |
| Composition Statement | List % of organic surface-active agents vs. disinfectants. | To justify classification. |
โ 3. Common Mistakes & Pitfalls
โ Mistake 1: Declaring a "Leather Polish" as "Disinfectant" to get 0% tax.
๐ Consequence: Customs may reclassify as 3405.10.00.00 (25% tax) + penalties for misdeclaration.
โ Mistake 2: Using 3401.29 or 3808.91 for cost estimation.
๐ Consequence: Tax Error in data. You will not know the true tax liability. Avoid these codes if possible.
โ Mistake 3: Ignoring the "Scented" aspect.
๐ Note: "Scented" does not change the HS code. A scented disinfectant is still a disinfectant (3808). A scented polish is still a polish (3405).
โ Best Practice:
If the product is both a cleaner and a disinfectant:
1. Check Ingredients: If disinfectant agents are primary โ Use 3808 (0%).
2. Check Packaging: If it looks like a cosmetic/polish โ Use 3405 (25%).
3. Avoid Ambiguity: Do not use codes with Tax: Error.
๐ V. Global Market Comparison (Inferred from Data)
| Code | Function | Tax (From Data) | Strategic Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3808.59.40.00 | Disinfectant | 0.0% | High (Saves 25%) |
| 3808.94.50.95 | Disinfectant | 0.0% | High (Saves 25%) |
| 3405.10.00.00 | Polish/Cream | 25.0% | Standard for leather care |
| 3405.90.00.00 | General Scour | 25.0% | Fallback for cleaning |
| 3401.29 | Soap/Surfactant | Error | Avoid |
| 3808.91 | Disinfectant | Error | Avoid |
| 4205.00 | Leather Article | Error | Avoid |
๐ VI. Conclusion: Professional Declaration, Save Costs!
๐ฏ Key Takeaway:
- Scented Leather Disinfectant can be classified in two ways:
1. As a Disinfectant (3808): 0.0% Tax (Best for cost).
2. As a Polish/Cleaner (3405): 25.0% Tax (Standard for leather care).
๐ฅ Pro Tip:
If your product contains strong disinfecting agents, declare it under 3808 to benefit from 0% tax. Ensure your SDS and label emphasize disinfection over cleaning.
If your product is primarily a leather conditioner/polish, you must pay 25% tax under 3405.
๐ Action Item:
๐ Consult a customs broker to confirm if your specific formulation qualifies for 3808 (0%) or must be 3405 (25%).
๐ Do not use 3401.29, 3808.91, or 4205.00 for financial planning due to tax errors in the data.
โจ Precision Classification = Maximum Savings!
๐ผ Your every dollar of tax saved is a dollar of profit earned!
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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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