Leather Goods Manufacturer for US Brands
Apollo Fashion International Limited (AFIL) is a leather goods manufacturer for US brands, making private label leather footwear, jackets and outerwear, bags, belts and small leather goods in its own factories in Noida, India. AFIL quotes US programs with the shipping term and tariff assumptions spelled out, so you can see your landed cost before you commit.
Last reviewed: October 2026
- Since 1994 manufacturing leather products
- Two factories in Noida
- Private label and OEM for US brands, retailers and importers
- +10% additional US duty on most goods from India since 24 July 2026, on top of normal duty (subject to change)
US tariffs on leather goods from India, in plain terms
Since 24 July 2026, most goods from India, including leather goods and footwear, have faced an additional 10% US tariff under Section 301. It is charged on top of the product's normal duty rate under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), which varies by material and construction. A small number of product codes are exempt, so ask your customs broker whether yours is one of them.
This replaced earlier measures. In February 2026, the US and India announced a framework for an interim trade agreement with an 18% reciprocal rate on select goods, including leather and footwear, down from a combined 50%. Later that month, the US Supreme Court ruled that the law used for those reciprocal tariffs (IEEPA) does not authorize tariffs, and their collection stopped on 24 February 2026. A temporary 10% surcharge on most imports then applied under Section 122 until 24 July 2026.
Illustrative example only: on a jacket with a customs value of $60, the additional 10% duty would be $6. The jacket's normal HTS duty is added on top and depends on its HTS code. A licensed customs broker will confirm the exact duty for your products.
Important: The Section 301 duty is being challenged at the US Court of International Trade, and a final US–India trade agreement had not been published at the time of writing. US tariff policy can change at short notice. Check the current position before every costing and purchase order, and confirm duty with a licensed customs broker. For background, read the guide to current US tariffs on leather goods from India.
How to request a duty-ready quote from AFIL
A useful quote shows where AFIL's price stops and your costs begin, which the Incoterm (shipping term) defines. The three most common are:
| Term | What the price includes | What you arrange and pay | Who carries tariff risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOB (Free On Board) | Goods made, packed and loaded on the vessel at the Indian port | Ocean freight, insurance, US customs clearance, duty and tariffs, inland delivery | You |
| CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) | FOB plus ocean freight and insurance to the US port | US customs clearance, duty and tariffs, inland delivery | You |
| DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) | Everything to your door, including US duty and tariffs | Receiving the goods | The seller, so DDP prices include a margin for tariff changes |
To get a duty-ready quote, send AFIL:
- Product type, tech pack or sketch, and leather grade and finish
- Your preferred Incoterm and destination port or warehouse
- Your broker's HTS code for the product, if known
- Target landed cost and in-store date
What AFIL makes as a leather goods manufacturer for US brands
- Leather footwear for men and women, made to US sizing: boots, sneakers, moccasins, lace-ups, sandals, slippers and more.
- Leather jackets and outerwear graded to US size charts.
- Leather bags made to your design, with your hardware, lining and logo.
- Belts and small leather goods, sized in inches, with custom buckles and embossed branding.
All products carry your branding, in leathers from full-grain to suede and finishes such as pull-up, oiled, nubuck and crazy-horse.
US labelling and compliance to brief early
- Country of origin marking. US rules require imported goods to be marked with their country of origin, so products and cartons carry "Made in India".
- FTC leather guides. FTC guides govern how leather and leather alternatives are described on labels and in marketing.
- State rules. Brands selling into California often need Proposition 65 compliance; share your testing protocol with AFIL.
Working with AFIL from the US
India Standard Time is 9.5 hours ahead of New York during US daylight saving time and 10.5 hours ahead in winter; on the West Coast the gap is 12.5 to 13.5 hours. Send comments at the end of your day, AFIL works on them during the Indian day, and answers are waiting the next morning. Early East Coast mornings suit live calls.
How to import leather goods from India: US basics
Work with a licensed customs broker, who files the entry and calculates duty. Commercial importers normally need a customs bond, and ocean shipments require an Importer Security Filing before loading. AFIL supplies the commercial invoice, packing list and shipping details your broker needs. See how AFIL works for the full production timeline.
US leather sourcing FAQs
What tariff does the US charge on leather goods from India?
Since 24 July 2026, most goods from India, including leather goods and footwear, have faced an additional 10% US tariff under Section 301, charged on top of the product's normal HTS duty rate. A few product codes are exempt, and the duty is being challenged at the US Court of International Trade. Tariff policy can change, so confirm your landed duty with a licensed customs broker.
What is the difference between FOB and DDP pricing?
FOB pricing covers the goods loaded on the vessel in India, and the buyer pays freight, US duty and tariffs. DDP pricing covers delivery to the buyer's door with duty paid, so the seller carries the tariff risk. DDP is simpler to budget, while FOB usually gives the buyer more control over freight and duty.
What does AFIL make for US brands?
AFIL makes private label leather footwear, jackets and outerwear, bags, belts and small leather goods for US brands, retailers and importers. Footwear and apparel can be made in US sizing. Every product carries the buyer's logo, labels and packaging.
How do I get a duty-ready quote from AFIL?
Send AFIL your tech pack or sketch, quantities, preferred Incoterm, destination and, if you have it, the HTS code your broker uses. AFIL then quotes with the shipping term and assumptions stated clearly. Your broker can add the current duty and tariff to calculate landed cost.
What is the time difference between the US and AFIL in India?
India is 9.5 to 10.5 hours ahead of New York and 12.5 to 13.5 hours ahead of Los Angeles, depending on daylight saving time. Comments sent at the end of a US day can be worked on overnight and answered by the next morning. Early East Coast mornings suit live calls with AFIL.
Do products from AFIL need "Made in India" labels for the US?
Yes, US rules require imported goods to be marked with their country of origin, so AFIL products for the US carry "Made in India". Leather descriptions on labels must also follow the FTC's guides. Share your labelling requirements with AFIL at the brief stage.
Get a landed-cost quote for your US program
Share your tech pack, quantities and preferred shipping term for a clear, duty-ready quote.