Pickled Merino Sheepskin
A Merino sheepskin preserved by pickling in a salt and acid solution, with the wool removed to prevent decomposition. This raw, untanned hide is classified under tariff item 4102.21.00 as a pickled 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 sheepskin retains its wool
Skins with wool on are classified separately.
If preserved by drying, salting, or liming
Alternative preservation methods fall under a different subheading.
If the sheepskin has been tanned
Tanned sheepskin leather is classified under heading 41.12.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the pickling process is documented and does not include any tanning agents, as reversible tanning would reclassify the goods
• Verify the wool has been fully removed before shipping to match the tariff description
• Check whether a CFIA permit is needed for the importation of raw animal hides
Related Products under Tariff item 4102.21.00
Pickled Border Leicester Sheepskin
A whole pickled Border Leicester sheepskin with the wool removed, intended for bag leather production. It remains in a raw state, not tanned, parchment-dressed, or further prepared beyond pickling.
Pickled Corriedale Lamb Hide
A pickled hide from Corriedale lambs with the wool removed, preserved in a salt-acid solution to prevent decomposition. It remains in a raw state, not tanned, parchment-dressed, or further prepared, making it suitable for subsequent leather processing.
Pickled Corriedale Sheepskin
Corriedale sheep pelts treated with a pickling solution, wool removed, and preserved in a raw state for export. They are not tanned, parchment-dressed, or further prepared, and are intended for leather processing.
Pickled Dorper Lambskin
A pickled lambskin from the Dorper breed, dewooled and preserved in a brine-acid mixture for stability during transport. It remains in a raw state, not tanned or further prepared.
Pickled Dorset Sheep Hide
A pickled hide from Dorset sheep, dewooled and preserved in a salt-acid solution, remaining in a raw state without tanning or further preparation. This product is intended for use in leather manufacturing after import.
Pickled East Friesian Sheepskin
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