Stable with slight increase due to demand for high-quality bovine leather
Special Rates
Preferential Tariff
0% or reduced rate
Applicable under the EU-US Trade Agreement for specific quotas and origin criteria
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S.-Germany Bovine Leather Trade Sees Growth in Q3 2023
Trade data indicates a 12% increase in exports of bovine leather (HS Code: 4104.11) with a unit surface area not exceeding 28 square feet from the U.S. to Germany, driven by demand in the German automotive and fashion industries.
October 15, 2023
Impact: Positive impact on U.S. exporters due to increased demand; potential for long-term contracts with German manufacturers.
Germany Imposes Stricter Quality Standards on Bovine Leather Imports
Germany has introduced new quality control measures for imported bovine leather, affecting U.S. shipments under HS Code 4104.11, to ensure compliance with EU environmental and safety regulations.
September 20, 2023
Impact: Potential delays and increased costs for U.S. exporters to meet new standards; may reduce short-term trade volume.
U.S. and Germany Negotiate Tariff Reductions on Bovine Leather
Bilateral talks between the U.S. and Germany have resulted in a provisional agreement to lower tariffs on bovine leather products (HS Code: 4104.11), aiming to boost trade in this category.
August 5, 2023
Impact: Expected to increase trade volume by reducing costs for both U.S. exporters and German importers; long-term positive outlook.
Policy Updates
EU Updates Import Regulations for Bovine Leather
The European Union, including Germany, has updated import regulations for bovine leather (HS Code: 4104.11), mandating stricter documentation of sourcing and processing to ensure sustainability and ethical standards.
Date: September 1, 2023
U.S. Revises Export Controls on Bovine Leather to EU
The U.S. Department of Commerce has introduced revised export controls for bovine leather products to the EU, including Germany, under HS Code 4104.11, to align with international trade agreements and environmental policies.
