Wet-Blue Precursor Calf Hide (Non-Tanned Pickled) from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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