Wet-Salted Horse Hide (Lightweight Whole)
A lightweight whole horse hide that is wet-salted, unsplit, and weighs not exceeding 16 kg. This raw material has not been tanned or further prepared, making it suitable for upholstery leather production. It is classified under tariff item 4101.20.00 as a whole equine hide preserved by wet-salting within the weight threshold.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the wet-salted hide weighs more than 16 kg
Whole hides exceeding the weight limit are classified under a different tariff item.
If the hide has been tanned or undergone irreversible pre-tanning
Tanned hides fall under headings 4104-4106 rather than raw hides.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the hide is unsplit and does not exceed 16 kg in its wet-salted state
• Ensure no tanning or reversible pre-tanning has occurred, as that would change the classification
• Keep the wet-salted weight documented for CBSA inspection
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