Ovine Leather Scraps from Japan
Trimmings and parings from raw sheepskins, generated during cutting for leather goods manufacturing. HTS 0511.99.20.00 covers these as similar waste from raw hides before any chemical treatment.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare exact species (e.g
• sheep vs. lamb) for accurate tariff application
• Use ISF filings early due to animal product scrutiny
• Avoid bundling with tanned leather to prevent higher duties