Limed Equine Bends from United States
Limed equine bends are side cuts from horse hides treated with lime for preservation and hair loosening, but not pretanned. They are classified under tariff item 4101.90.00 as 'other' raw hides of equine animals, which are included in Chapter 41 Note 1(c).
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the lime treatment is reversible and does not constitute tanning, as that would reclassify the product
• Provide clear documentation that the bends are from equine animals and not bovine
• Check if the bends qualify for duty-free entry under a trade agreement