Leather; patent leather and laminated patent leather; metallised leather

HS v2017 Code: 411420

About leather; patent leather and laminated patent leather; metallised leather

HS code 411420 covers a diverse range of leather products, including patent leather, laminated patent leather, and metallised leather. These materials are highly valued for their unique aesthetic properties and durability, making them essential components in various industries such as fashion, automotive, and furniture. The global demand for these specialized leather products continues to grow, driven by evolving consumer preferences and the need for high-quality, long-lasting materials.

Production process

The production of leather products under HS code 411420 typically involves a multi-step process. First, raw hides or skins are subjected to tanning, a process that transforms them into durable leather. The tanned leather is then coated with a thin layer of plastic or metal, creating the patent, laminated, or metallised finish. This finishing process enhances the leather's appearance, water resistance, and scratch resistance, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 411420 products include raw hides or skins, tanning agents, and various coating materials such as plastics and metals. Specialized machinery, such as leather-working equipment and coating application systems, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, skilled labor with expertise in leather processing and finishing techniques is crucial for ensuring the quality and consistency of the final products.

Production outputs

The leather products covered under HS code 411420 are primarily used in the fashion, automotive, and furniture industries. These materials are often used to create high-end accessories, such as handbags, wallets, and belts, as well as upholstery for luxury vehicles and furniture. The output of this industry may also be consumed by manufacturers of 420320 Gloves, mittens and mitts, of leather or composition leather, 420500 Other articles of leather or of composition leather, and 940161 Seats of a kind used for aircraft, among other related industries.

Revisions to 411420

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 411420. The most recent 1 version of this code (411420) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 411420 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for leather; patent leather and laminated patent leather; metallised leather

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/41'>41: Raw hides and skins (other than furskins) and leather</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4114'>4114: Chamois (including combination chamois) leather; patent leather and patent laminated leather; metallised leather</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/411420'>411420: Leather; patent leather and laminated patent leather; metallised leather</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/411410'>411410: Leather; chamois (including combination chamois)</a>"]

    

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