Leather or composition leather articles n.e.c. in chapter 42
HS v2017 Code: 4205
About leather or composition leather articles n.e.c. in chapter 42
HS code 4205 covers a diverse range of leather and composition leather articles that are not classified elsewhere in Chapter 42 of the Harmonized System. This industry plays a vital role in the global economy, providing essential components and accessories for a wide array of industries, from fashion and automotive to industrial and military applications. The versatility and durability of the products within this code make them indispensable in many sectors, contributing to the overall economic growth and development.
Production process
The production of leather and composition leather articles under HS code 4205 typically involves a series of complex processes. These may include tanning, cutting, sewing, and finishing techniques to transform raw materials into the desired products. Manufacturers utilize specialized machinery and skilled labor to ensure the quality and consistency of the final goods.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of HS code 4205 articles include various types of leather, such as 4101 bovine leather, 4102 sheep or lamb skin leather, and 4103 other animal leather. Additionally, manufacturers may use composition leather, textiles, and a range of fasteners, adhesives, and other accessories to assemble the final products.
Production outputs
The diverse range of outputs under HS code 4205 includes a wide variety of leather and composition leather articles, such as belts, straps, pouches, holsters, and other accessories. These products are often consumed by industries covered under 42 (Articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)), 94 Furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings, and 95 Toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof.
Family tree for leather or composition leather articles n.e.c. in chapter 42
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A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/42'>42: Articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4205'>4205: Leather or composition leather articles n.e.c. in chapter 42</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4201'>4201: Saddlery and harness for any animal (including traces, leads, knee pads, muzzles, saddle cloths, saddle bags, dog coats and the like) of any material</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4202'>4202: Trunks; suit, camera, jewellery, cutlery cases; travel, tool, similar bags; wholly or mainly covered by leather, composition leather, plastic sheeting, textile materials, vulcanised fibre, paperboard</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4203'>4203: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, of leather or of composition leather</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4206'>4206: Articles of gut (other than silk-worm gut), of goldbeater's skin, of bladders or of tendons</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/420500'>420500: Leather articles; n.e.c. in chapter 42, of leather or composition leather</a>"]
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