Pickled Karakul-Exempt Sheepskin
Pickled sheepskin from non-Karakul exempt breed, with wool on, and raw. This raw sheepskin with wool on is classified under tariff item 4102.10.00, as pickling is a permitted preservation method and the breed is not excluded by 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 sheepskin is dried instead of pickled
Dried raw sheepskins with wool on are classified under a different tariff item within heading 4102.
If the sheepskin has been tanned or dressed
Tanned or dressed sheepskins with wool on fall under Chapter 43, not Chapter 41.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the breed is not on the exclusion list in Chapter 41 Note 1(c), such as Astrakhan or similar lambs
• Ensure the pickling process is reversible and does not involve tanning
• Keep records of the preservation method for CBSA verification
Related Products under Tariff item 4102.10.00
Dried Corriedale Lambskin Woolly
Dried Corriedale lambskin with wool on, preserved only by drying without any tanning or further preparation. This raw sheepskin falls under tariff item 4102.10.00 as it is not excluded by Chapter 41 Note 1(c) and retains its wool.
Dried Finnsheep Skins Woolly
Finnsheep skins dried naturally, with wool preserved, for artisan leatherwork. This raw sheepskin with wool on is classified under tariff item 4102.10.00, as drying is a permitted preservation method and the breed is not excluded by Chapter 41 Note 1(c).
Dried Lamb Pelts with Wool On
Air-dried lamb skins from Australian farms, complete with wool, stored for later processing. This raw lamb skin with wool on is classified under tariff item 4102.10.00, as drying is a permitted preservation method and the breed is not excluded by Chapter 41 Note 1(c).
Dried Lambskin with Wool On
Air-dried lambskin from non-excluded breeds with intact wool, preserved without tanning or further preparation. This raw sheepskin with wool on is classified under tariff item 4102.10.00, as it meets the Chapter 41 Note 1(c) exceptions and is not tanned or parchment-dressed.
Fresh Rambouillet Lamb Pelts
Freshly flayed Rambouillet lamb pelts with soft wool, chilled for transport. This raw lamb skin with wool on is classified under tariff item 4102.10.00, as fresh preservation is permitted and the breed is not excluded by Chapter 41 Note 1(c).
Fresh Sheepskin with Wool On
Fresh, untreated sheepskin from adult sheep with natural wool, preserved only by refrigeration. This raw sheepskin with wool on is classified under tariff item 4102.10.00, as it is not tanned, parchment-dressed, or further prepared, and the breed is not excluded by Chapter 41 Note 1(c).