Dry-Salted Equine Hide from China
Whole unsplit horse hide preserved by dry-salting, weighing no more than 10 kg, dehaired but raw. Fits HTS 4101.20.50.00 as other raw equine hides not tanned. Used for specialty leathers like equestrian gear.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide lab tests confirming no tanning agents present, distinguishing from chapter 41 exclusions
• Label clearly as equine to differentiate from bovine for quota purposes
• Monitor moisture levels to ensure preservation method matches declaration