Dry-Salted Buffalo Hide

An unsplit whole buffalo hide preserved by dry-salting, weighing no more than 8 kg when dried. Classified under HTS 4101.20.10 for raw, non-pretanned bovine (buffalo) hides not further prepared. Commonly used in heavy leather production like saddlery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4101.20.20Same rate: 17.5%

If weight exceeds limits

Heavier unsplit hides over 8 kg dried go to 4101.20.20 under the same raw category.

4103.20Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If parchment-dressed

Parchment-dressing process moves it out of raw hides into heading 4103.

4101Same rate: 17.5%

If in slabs or half-skins

Cut into slabs or half-skins, classification shifts to 4101.60 for processed raw forms.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document exact preservation method (dry-salting) and perform weight checks post-drying to confirm under 8 kg

Include origin certificates to distinguish buffalo from other bovines if quota applies

Avoid moisture contamination during shipping to prevent mold, which could trigger inspection delays

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