Fresh Water Buffalo Hide
A whole, unsplit hide from a water buffalo, preserved fresh without tanning or further preparation, weighing under 16 kg. It falls under HTS 4101.20.35.00 as a raw bovine (buffalo) hide meeting the weight limits for unsplit skins. These hides are typically used for high-quality leather production after processing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dehaired or split
Dehaired or split hides shift to 4101.50 as they are further prepared beyond simple preservation.
If tanned (wet-blue)
Tanning process classifies it under Chapter 41 finished leather headings, not raw hides.
If from bovine animals other than buffalo
Non-buffalo bovine hides like cattle go to the specific 'other bovine' subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify weight per skin does not exceed 16 kg fresh to avoid reclassification to higher weight categories
• Obtain CITES permits if from wild buffalo species; ensure documentation proves non-tanned status
Related Products under HTS 4101.20.35.00
Raw Buffalo Calf Skin
Whole unsplit skin from young buffalo calf, fresh preserved ≤16kg, not tanned. Classed HTS 4101.20.35.00 as buffalo raw hide. For soft glove leather.
Salted Pakistani Buffalo Hide
Dry-salted whole Pakistani buffalo hide ≤10kg, raw unsplit. HTS 4101.20.35.00 for buffalo. Export staple for EU tanneries.
Limed Brazilian Buffalo Pelt
Limed unsplit Brazilian water buffalo pelt ≤16kg raw. HTS 4101.20.35.00 buffalo raw. For fashion leather.
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.
Limed Buffalo Hide
Whole unsplit hide from buffalo, limed for preservation without tanning, under 16 kg fresh weight equivalent. HTS 4101.20.35.00 applies as it's a raw buffalo hide 'otherwise preserved' per chapter notes. Used in traditional tanning for drum skins or fine leather.
Pickled Water Buffalo Pelt
Unsplt pickled pelt from water buffalo, preserved to ≤16kg weight, not tanned. Fits HTS 4101.20.35.00 for raw buffalo hides 'otherwise preserved.' Common in Asian leather supply chains for automotive seating.