Lanolin-Based Leather Processing Fat from Japan
A wool grease derivative (lanolin) used in leather tanning to lubricate and soften hides during processing. This animal-origin fatty mixture qualifies for HTS 3824.99.41 as a prepared substance for the chemical/tanning industries. It provides essential lubrication without altering the leather chemically.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include wool origin certificates for animal fat verification; ensure non-food use declaration; check for EU REACH compliance if transshipping from Europe