Pickled Buffalo Calf Hide from Japan
Whole unsplit buffalo calf hide pickled for preservation, weight under limits, raw state. Under HTS 4101.20.50.00 for other preserved bovine hides. Popular for soft leathers in fashion.
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
• Test for acidity levels to confirm pickling preservation without tanning
• Declare exact preservation method to avoid misclassification as crust
• Use refrigerated shipping for pickled hides to maintain quality