Salted Horse Butts
Salted horse butts are rear sections of equine hides preserved by salting, not pretanned or tanned. They are classified under tariff item 4101.90.00 as 'other' raw hides of equine animals, including butts, per Chapter 41 Note 1(c).
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 butts have been tanned
Tanned equine hides are classified under heading 4104.
If the butts are part of a whole hide
Whole hides are classified separately from cuts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the butts are not tanned or treated with any tanning agents
• Document the salting method and the equine origin
• Verify if the butts qualify for duty-free entry under a trade agreement
Related Products under Tariff item 4101.90.00
Brine-Preserved Bovine Rump Bends
Brine-preserved bovine rump bends are shoulder cuts from cattle hides soaked in salt brine, not tanned, dehaired, or split. They are classified under tariff item 4101.90.00 as 'other' raw bovine hides, including butts and bends, since brine preservation is a reversible method per Chapter 41 Note 2(A).
Chilled Heifer Butt Hides
Chilled heifer butt hides are fresh rear sections of female bovine hides kept below 4°C, raw and untanned. They are classified under tariff item 4101.90.00 as 'other' raw bovine hides, including butts, as chilling is a preservation method that does not involve tanning.
Dried Bovine Butts
Dried bovine butts are the thick rear sections of cattle hides, preserved by air-drying and dehaired but not tanned or further processed. They fall under tariff item 4101.90.00 as 'other' raw bovine hides, including butts, bends and bellies, in accordance with Chapter 41 Note 1(c) which includes raw hides with hair on of bovine animals.
Dried Bovine Sides
Dried bovine sides are the side cuts of cattle hides, preserved by drying and split but not pretanned or tanned. They are classified under tariff item 4101.90.00 as 'other' raw bovine hides, including butts, bends and bellies, per Chapter 41 Note 1(c) which covers raw hides of bovine animals.
Dried Buffalo Offal Hides
Dried buffalo offal hides are offcuts and trimmings from water buffalo hides, preserved by drying and not pretanned. They are classified under tariff item 4101.90.00 as 'other' raw bovine hides, since buffalo are included as bovine animals per Chapter 41 Note 1(c).
Fresh Bovine Butts
Fresh bovine butts are thick rear sections of cow hides, cut from the rump area and preserved only by refrigeration without salting or other processes. They are classified under tariff item 4101.90.00 as 'other' raw bovine hides, including butts, per Chapter 41 Note 1(c).