Limed Calf Hide Unspllit for Leather Lining from Japan
Fresh limed whole unsplit calf hide under weight limits and ≤28 sq ft, preserved without tanning for lining leather. Classed in HTS 4101.20.20.00 as raw small bovine hide for upper/lining per chapter notes excluding tanned goods.
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
• Obtain process certificates detailing liming without tanning or parchment-dressing
• Ensure no hair-on; dehaired is allowed but document to prevent Chapter 43 confusion
• Batch-test for reversible processes that could reclassify to 4101-4103 crust