Saddlery and harness for any animal (including traces, leads, knee pads, muzzles, saddle cloths, saddle bags, dog coats and the like), of any material
2 declarable lines
Heading 4201 covers saddlery and harness for any animal, plus related items such as leads, muzzles, saddle cloths, saddle bags and dog coats, of any material. It has two declarable lines: one for dog leashes, collars, muzzles, harnesses and similar dog equipment at 2.4% general (MFN), and one for other goods at 2.8%.
Products in this heading
- Dog leashes
- Dog collars
- Dog harnesses
- Dog muzzles
- Horse saddles
- Saddle bags
- Saddle cloths
- Dog coats
How to choose the right subheading
- Whether the item is dog equipment such as a leash, collar, muzzle or harness, or is other saddlery and harness
- Whether the item is for dogs and matches the listed dog-equipment functions
- Whether the item is horse saddlery, a saddle cloth, a saddle bag, a dog coat or another good covered by the residual line
- Whether the item is saddlery or harness at all, rather than a container, apparel item or other leather article
- Material does not decide the line within 4201 because both lines cover goods of any material
Often confused with
- Heading 4202Leather handbags, wallets and backpacks
Containers of leather are classified in heading 4202, not as saddlery.
- Heading 4203Leather jackets and leather gloves
Apparel and clothing accessories of leather are in heading 4203.
- Heading 4203Leather belts and other wearing accessories
Clothing accessories of leather are in heading 4203.
- Heading 4205Other leather articles not for animals
Leather goods not covered by a more specific heading fall in heading 4205.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for dog leashes and collars?
Dog leashes, collars, muzzles, harnesses and similar dog equipment are classified under 4201.00.30.00, with a general (MFN) rate of 2.4%.
What is the duty on a horse saddle or saddle bag?
Horse saddlery and similar goods not covered by the dog-equipment line fall under 4201.00.60.00, with a general (MFN) rate of 2.8%.
How do I classify a dog harness?
A dog harness is dog equipment and goes under 4201.00.30.00 at 2.4% general (MFN).
Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.