Pickled Karakul Lambskin (Dewooled)
A dewooled Karakul lambskin preserved by pickling in an acid-salt solution to prevent decomposition. Although Karakul lambs are excluded from Chapter 41 when tanned or dressed, this raw, pickled state falls under tariff item 4102.21.00 as a preserved sheepskin without wool.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the skins retain their wool
Skins with wool on are classified separately from dewooled skins under the same heading.
If preserved by a method other than pickling (e.g., dried or limed)
Other preservation methods fall under the residual subheading for raw sheepskins without wool.
If the skin has undergone irreversible tanning
Tanned leather is classified in Chapter 41 under headings 41.07 and beyond.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the goods are truly pickled and not tanned, as reversible tanning would shift classification to headings 41.04-41.06
• Keep documentation of the pickling process and wool removal for CBSA verification
• Verify whether a Canadian import permit is required for animal products under CFIA regulations
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Pickled Dorset Sheep Hide
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