Dry-Salted Water Buffalo Skin

An unsplit water buffalo skin preserved by dry-salting, not exceeding 10 kg per skin, and free from tanning or parchment-dressing. Classified in HTS 4101.20.35.00 due to its buffalo origin and adherence to weight thresholds for whole raw hides. Ideal for export to tanneries for upholstery leather.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.4%+17.5%19.9%
🇲🇽Mexico2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇨🇦Canada2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇩🇪Germany2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇯🇵Japan2.4%+10.0%12.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

4101.20Same rate: 19.9%

If weight exceeds limits (e.g., >10kg dry-salted)

Heavier whole hides fall outside this subheading into other weight-based categories.

4103.20Lower: 10% vs 19.9%

If parchment-dressed

Parchment-dressing is a further preparation excluded from raw hides in Chapter 41.

4101Same rate: 19.9%

If of equine animals

Equine raw hides are in a separate subheading despite similar preservation.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label salt content and drying method clearly to confirm preservation type and prevent duty disputes

Inspect for hair-on status—hair-on hides may qualify if not exceeding weight limits, but declare accurately