Wet-Blue Precursor Calf Hide (Non-Tanned Pickled) from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
12.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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