Enzymatic Bating Preparation for Pre-Tanning from Japan
Proteolytic enzyme mixture removes non-fibrillar proteins from hides during pre-tanning bating process. HTS 3202.90.50.00 includes enzymatic pre-tanning preparations.
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
• Include substrate specificity (collagenase vs trypsin activity)
• Temperature-controlled shipping (2-8°C) essential
• Leather beamhouse documentation prevents general enzyme classification