Fresh Horse Hide (Whole, Under 16 kg) from Japan
A whole, unsplit hide from an equine animal such as a horse, preserved fresh or wet-salted, weighing under 16 kg. This falls under HTS 4101.20.10.20 as it is a raw equine hide not tanned, parchment-dressed, or further prepared, meeting the weight limits for whole hides. It is typically used in the initial stages of leather production.
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
• Verify weight per skin does not exceed 16 kg when fresh or wet-salted to avoid reclassification; obtain veterinary certificates confirming raw state and equine origin
• Ensure proper preservation documentation to prevent spoilage claims at customs