Unlike footwear, which is consolidated in HTS Chapter 64, other leather products are distributed across chapters 41 (raw and tanned leather), 42 (travel goods, handbags, belts), and even 62 (leather gloves classified as apparel). Each chapter has its own duty structure and potential trade-remedy exposure, so product-by-product HTS review is essential.

Yes. Leather goods made from species listed under CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) — such as certain reptiles or crocodilians — require CITES permits for both export from the country of origin and import into the United States. US Fish & Wildlife Service review applies at the port of entry, and failure to present proper permits can result in seizure.