4114.20.30.00 - Patent leather

This HTS classification covers "Patent leather." Patent leather is distinguished by its distinctive high-gloss, reflective finish. This finish is achieved by coating the leather surface with a plastic material, typically polyurethane or a similar resin, which is then treated to achieve a patent-like sheen. This process creates a smooth, durable, and water-resistant surface.

While at the same level, "patent laminated leather" and "metallized leather" also fall under the broader category of treated leathers, patent leather specifically refers to the application of a clear or colored plastic coating to produce a highly polished, lacquered appearance. Patent laminated leather, on the other hand, involves a lamination process where a plastic film is adhered to the leather. Metallized leather has a metallic coating, giving it a metallic sheen rather than the high-gloss, non-metallic finish characteristic of patent leather.

As this node represents a leaf category within the HTS database, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the classification for "patent leather" is definitive at this level. Examples of items typically classified here include footwear uppers, handbags, and fashion accessories where a patent leather finish is a defining characteristic. The key classification criterion remains the presence of a glossy, plastic-coated surface that imparts the "patent" appearance to the leather.