HS Code 9903.41 : Bovine (including buffalo) and equine leather (provided for in heading 4104 or 4107); goat, kid, sheep and lamb leather, the foregoing dyed, colored, stamped or embossed (provided for in heading 4105, 4106, 4112 or 4113)
MODULE 2: EXTRACTABLE ANSWER (AEO / SPEAKABLE)
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The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for bovine (including buffalo) and equine leather (provided for in heading 4104 or 4107); goat, kid, sheep and lamb leather, the foregoing dyed, colored, stamped or embossed (provided for in heading 4105, 4106, 4112 or 4113) is 9903.41. Under the 2026 Mexico (SAT / TIGIE), the representative MFN general duty rate is 5.00 % [SNICE TIGIE 2026].
MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY
Chapter 99
Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter
Heading 9903
Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter
Subheading .41
.41
Bovine (including buffalo) and equine leather (provided for in heading 4104 or 4107); goat, kid, sheep and lamb leather, the foregoing dyed, colored, stamped or embossed (provided for in heading 4105, 4106, 4112 or 4113)
MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX
Import Duty Rates by Destination
Mexico (SAT / TIGIE Customs Tariff 2026)
9903.41.01.00
MODULE 5: MEXICAN IMPORT DUTY & TAX BREAKDOWN (LANDED COST STACK)
🇲🇽 T-MEC / USMCA DUTY-FREE PREFERENCE ELIGIBILITY
Qualifying originating goods from the United States or Canada satisfying T-MEC tariff shift or Regional Value Content (RVC) rules enter Mexico duty-free with an official T-MEC Certificate of Origin.
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Notice: Mexican customs entry, TIGIE tariffs, DTA fees, and IVA taxes are governed by the Servicio de Administración Tributaria (SAT). Always verify exact 10-digit Fracción and NICO items with an accredited Agente Aduanal.
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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix
Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Commercial Invoice
Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Packing List & Bill of Lading
Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.
PREFERENTIAL RULE
Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)
Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.
MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags
Standard Entry
This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.
MODULE 8: Mexican Trade Remedies (SE / UPCI) & Safeguards
SE UPCI Anti-Dumping Status
Standard TIGIE Tariff
DOF Steel Safeguard Decrees
Exempt (Non-Steel Commodity)
SAGARPA / COFEPRIS / NOM Status
Standard Statutory Clearance
MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)
| Agreement Code | Trade Agreement / Program | Preferential Rate | Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| TMEC | Tratado entre México, Estados Unidos y Canadá (T-MEC / USMCA) | Free | Must satisfy T-MEC tariff shift or Regional Value Content (RVC) rules. |
| CPTPP | Tratado de Integración Progresista de la Asociación Transpacífico | Free / Preferential | CPTPP Certificate of Origin and origin criterion. |
| TLCUEM | Acuerdo Global México-Unión Europea (TLCUEM) | Free / Preferential | EUR.1 Movement Certificate or REX Exporter Declaration. |
MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications
Standard 20ft Container
~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload
Standard 40ft High-Cube
~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload
Stowage Factor & Handling
Standard commercial packaging for Bovine (including buffalo) and equine leather (provided for in heading 4104 or 4107); goat, kid, sheep and lamb leather, the foregoing dyed, colored, stamped or embossed (provided for in heading 4105, 4106, 4112 or 4113)
MODULE 11: SAT Consulta Arancelaria (Diario Oficial de la Federación)
Legally binding tariff classification rulings issued by Servicio de Administración Tributaria (SAT) for HS 9903.41.
Query official SAT Central Administration of Customs Normativity consulta criteria:
Search Official SAT Consulta Portal for 9903.41 →US National HTS Tariff Lines (9903.41)
| HTS Code | Description | General Rate | Special (FTA) Rate | Column 2 Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9903.41.05 | Bovine (including buffalo) and equine leather (provided for in heading 4104 or 4107); goat, kid, sheep and lamb leather, the foregoing dyed, colored, stamped or embossed (provided for in heading 4105, 4106, 4112 or 4113) | 40% | Free | Rate on request | — |
| 9903.41.10 | Footwear with outer soles of leather and uppers wholly or in part of leather, and footwear with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers having an exterior surface area predominantly of leather, the foregoing provided for in chapter 64, except (a) slip-on footwear of a type not suitable for outdoor use, without backs or backstraps, having outer soles with a thickness of less than 5 mm and with less than 20 mm difference between the thickness of the bottom at the ball of the foot and at the heel, and (b) footwear which is designed for a sporting activity and has, or has provision for, attached spikes, sprigs, stops, clips, bars or the like, and skating boots, ski-boots and cross-country ski footwear, wrestling boots, boxing boots and cycling shoes | 40% | Free | Rate on request | — |
| 9903.41.15 | Automatic data processing machines, of the type of which the constituent units are integrated in the same housing, whether finished or unfinished, which incorporate a microprocessor-based calculating mechanism, are capable of handling data words of at least 16-bits off the microprocessor, and are designed for use with a non-cathode-ray tube (non-CRT) display unit, whether or not capable of use without an external power source (provided for in subheading 8471.30 or 8471.41) | 100% | Free | Rate on request | — |
| 9903.41.20 | Automatic data processing machines, of the type of which the constituent units are separately housed, whether finished or unfinished, which incorporate a microprocessor-based calculating mechanism, are capable of handling data words of at least 16-bits off the microprocessor, designed for use while affixed to or placed on a table, desk, or similar place, Having a microprocessor-based calculating mechanism capable of directly handling memory of over 8 megabits (provided for in subheading 8471.49.10 or 8471.50) | 100% | Free | Rate on request | — |
| 9903.41.25 | Automatic data processing machines, of the type of which the constituent units are separately housed, whether finished or unfinished, which incorporate a microprocessor-based calculating mechanism, are capable of handling data words of at least 16-bits off the microprocessor, designed for use while affixed to or placed on a table, desk, or similar place, Having a microprocessor-based calculating mechanism capable of directly handling memory of not over 8 megabits (provided for in subheading 8471.49.10 or 8471.50) | 100% | Free | Rate on request | — |
| 9903.41.30 | Rotary drills, not battery powered, with a chuck capacity of 1/2 inch or more; electropneumatic rotary and percussion hammers; and grinders, sanders, and polishers (except angle grinders, sanders, and polishers, belt sanders, and orbital and straight-line sanders), the foregoing which are electromechanical tools for working in the hand with self-contained electric motor, Electropneumatic rotary and percussion hammers (provided for in subheading 8467.29) | 100% | Free | Rate on request | — |
| 9903.41.35 | Rotary drills, not battery powered, with a chuck capacity of 1/2 inch or more; electropneumatic rotary and percussion hammers; and grinders, sanders, and polishers (except angle grinders, sanders, and polishers, belt sanders, and orbital and straight-line sanders), the foregoing which are electromechanical tools for working in the hand with self-contained electric motor, Other (provided for in subheading 8467.21 or 8467.29) | 100% | Free | Rate on request | — |
| 9903.41.40 | Complete color television receivers containing in a single housing apparatus for receiving and displaying off-the-air each standard U.S. broadcast channel, with or without external speakers, having a single picture tube intended for direct viewing, with a video display diagonal exceeding 45 cm but not exceeding 50 cm (provided for in subheading 8528.72.32 or 8528.72.48) | 100% | Free | Rate on request | — |
| 9903.41.45 | Complete color television receivers containing in a single housing apparatus for receiving and displaying off-the-air each standard U.S. broadcast channel, with or without external speakers, having a single picture tube intended for direct viewing, with a video display diagonal exceeding 50 cm but not exceeding 52 cm (provided for in subheading 8528.72.32 or 8528.72.48) | 100% | Free | Rate on request | — |
MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes
| Related HS Code | Heading Category | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 9903.01 | Subheading under Heading 9903 | Compare Subheading 9903.01 → |
| 9903.02 | Subheading under Heading 9903 | Compare Subheading 9903.02 → |
| 9903.03 | Subheading under Heading 9903 | Compare Subheading 9903.03 → |
| 9903.04 | Subheading under Heading 9903 | Compare Subheading 9903.04 → |
| 9903.05 | Subheading under Heading 9903 | Compare Subheading 9903.05 → |
| 9903.08 | Subheading under Heading 9903 | Compare Subheading 9903.08 → |
| 9903.17 | Subheading under Heading 9903 | Compare Subheading 9903.17 → |
| 9903.18 | Subheading under Heading 9903 | Compare Subheading 9903.18 → |
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
SNICE Portal de Consulta TIGIE 2026 ↗
Official Mexican 10-digit Fracción Arancelaria + NICO and MFN arancel rates.
Servicio de Administración Tributaria (SAT) Comercio Exterior ↗
Mexican customs administration, RFC Padrón, and IVA/DTA tax rules.
MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and Mexico (SAT / TIGIE) general duty for Bovine (including buffalo) and equine leather (provided for in heading 4104 or 4107); goat, kid, sheep and lamb leather, the foregoing dyed, colored, stamped or embossed (provided for in heading 4105, 4106, 4112 or 4113)?
Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and Mexico (SAT / TIGIE), Bovine (including buffalo) and equine leather (provided for in heading 4104 or 4107); goat, kid, sheep and lamb leather, the foregoing dyed, colored, stamped or embossed (provided for in heading 4105, 4106, 4112 or 4113) is classified under HS 9903.41 (Heading 9903, Chapter 99). The representative MX MFN general duty rate is 5.00 %.
How is HS 9903.41 distinguished within Heading 9903 (Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter)?
Heading 9903 covers Except for products described in headings 9903.01.02, 9903.01.03, 9903.01.04 and 9903.01.05 articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter. Subheading 9903.41 specifically isolates Bovine (including buffalo) and equine leather (provided for in heading 4104 or 4107); goat, kid, sheep and lamb leather, the foregoing dyed, colored, stamped or embossed (provided for in heading 4105, 4106, 4112 or 4113). Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 9903.
What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 9903.41?
Related subheadings under Heading 9903 include 9903.01, 9903.02, 9903.03, 9903.04, 9903.05, 9903.08, 9903.17, 9903.18. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.
What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Bovine (including buffalo) and equine leather (provided for in heading 4104 or 4107); goat, kid, sheep and lamb leather, the foregoing dyed, colored, stamped or embossed (provided for in heading 4105, 4106, 4112 or 4113) into Mexico?
Importers require a Pedimento de Importación lodged via VUCEM by an accredited Agente Aduanal, COVE, commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading.
Can goods under HS 9903.41 enter duty-free under T-MEC / USMCA into Mexico?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in the United States or Canada satisfying T-MEC tariff-shift or Regional Value Content (RVC) rules enter Mexico duty-free with an official T-MEC Certificate of Origin.
What T-MEC express courier de minimis thresholds apply to Mexico for Bovine (including buffalo) and equine leather (provided for in heading 4104 or 4107); goat, kid, sheep and lamb leather, the foregoing dyed, colored, stamped or embossed (provided for in heading 4105, 4106, 4112 or 4113)?
Under T-MEC express courier rules, goods imported into Mexico valued up to US$50 enter tax-free (IVA-free) and duty-free, while goods valued between US$50.01 and US$117 enter duty-free but remain subject to 16% IVA.
How can an importer obtain a SAT Consulta Arancelaria for HS 9903.41?
Importers may apply to SAT's Administración Central de Normatividad en Comercio Exterior under Article 47 of the Ley Aduanera for an official tariff classification ruling.
What import taxes (IVA and DTA) apply to commercial imports under HS 9903.41 into Mexico?
Commercial imports into Mexico incur 16.00% federal Value-Added Tax (IVA General) or 8.00% in the northern border zone (región fronteriza). Definitive non-preferential imports pay 0.80% ad valorem DTA (Derecho de Trámite Aduanero), while T-MEC originating goods pay a reduced fixed cuota.
What are the RFC and Padrón de Importadores registration requirements for HS 9903.41?
Commercial importers in Mexico must hold an active RFC (Registro Federal de Contribuyentes) with SAT and be enrolled in the Padrón de Importadores (and Padrón de Sectores Específicos if importing regulated steel, apparel, or chemical tariff lines).
What entry documents are required for Mexican customs clearance under HS 9903.41?
Commercial entry requires a Pedimento de Importación lodged by an Agente Aduanal via VUCEM (Ventanilla Única de Comercio Exterior Mexicana), accompanied by a COVE (Comprobante de Valor Electrónico), commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading.
How do T-MEC / USMCA preferential rules of origin apply to HS 9903.41?
Qualifying originating goods from the United States or Canada meeting T-MEC tariff-shift or Regional Value Content (RVC) rules enter Mexico duty-free with an official T-MEC Certificate of Origin.
What T-MEC Low Value Shipment (LVS) courier de minimis thresholds apply to Mexico?
Under T-MEC express courier rules, goods imported into Mexico valued up to US$50 enter tax-free (IVA-free) and duty-free, while goods valued between US$50.01 and US$117 enter duty-free but remain subject to 16% IVA.
How are SAT Consulta Arancelaria binding classification rulings obtained in Mexico?
Importers may request an official ruling (consulta en materia de clasificación arancelaria) from SAT's Administración Central de Normatividad en Comercio Exterior under Article 47 of the Ley Aduanera.
What Mexican Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOMs) apply to HS 9903.41?
Imports under HS 9903.41 must comply with mandatory NOMs (such as NOM-004-SE-2021 for textiles, NOM-024-SCFI for electronics, or NOM-050-SCFI for general labeling) certified by an accredited Verification Unit (UVA).
Are there selective IEPS taxes or SE cuotas compensatorias for HS 9903.41?
Special Excise Tax (IEPS) applies selectively to alcohol, tobacco, fuels, and high-calorie foods. Importers must also verify if Secretaría de Economía (SE / UPCI) anti-dumping cuotas compensatorias apply based on country of origin.