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Dry-Salted Equine Hide from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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