Wet-Salted Buffalo Hide from Germany
A whole, unsplit hide from a water buffalo, preserved by wet-salting, under 16 kg weight, not tanned or parchment-dressed. Classified in HTS 4101.20.50.00 for other raw bovine (buffalo) hides in preserved state. Commonly used in upholstery and heavy-duty leather manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document salt content and preservation method to prove non-tanned status per chapter notes
• Check for dehairing; if present, note it but ensure no further preparation
• Avoid over-salting which might trigger scrutiny for crust-like processing