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Wet-Blue Precursor Calf Hide (Non-Tanned Pickled)

Pickled but non-chrome calf hide, whole small size ≤28 sq ft. Strictly raw under HTS 4101.20.30.00, preserved otherwise without tanning. Used in automotive leather.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.4%+20.0%22.4%
🇲🇽Mexico2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇨🇦Canada2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

4101.50.40.00Higher: 25% vs 22.4%

If post-dehairing step

Dehairing is a further preparation step changing subheading.

4114.20Lower: 14.1% vs 22.4%

If from sheep/lamb instead

Non-bovine raw hides like sheep go to 4114.

4106.22.00.00Higher: 39.9% vs 22.4%

If tanned and fat-liquored crust

Crust with stuffing excluded from raw per chapter note (b).

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Differentiate from true wet-blue via chemical analysis—no chrome

• Bundle with tanning facility docs if re-exporting processed

• Ensure no fat-liquoring, which could classify as crust