Wet-Salted Buffalo Hide

Whole unsplit hide from water buffalo, preserved by wet-salting, under 16 kg per skin. Classified in HTS 4101.20.70.00 as 'other' raw bovine (buffalo included) hides not further prepared. Commonly sourced from Asia for upholstery leather.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.3%+17.5%20.8%
🇲🇽Mexico3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇨🇦Canada3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇩🇪Germany3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇯🇵Japan3.3%+10.0%13.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4101.50.40.00Higher: 22.5% vs 20.8%

If dehaired or split

Dehaired/split raw buffalo hides go to 4101.50, distinguishing from whole unsplit.

4105.30.00.00Higher: 37% vs 20.8%

If crust tanned

Alum-tanned or chrome-tanned crust hides shift to 4105 from raw category.

4101.20.40.00Higher: 22.5% vs 20.8%

If for heavier buffalo hides

Buffalo hides over weight thresholds classify as 'full substance' in 4101.20.40.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document salt content and preservation date to prove it's not tanned; test for reversible processes

Check country of origin for disease restrictions on bovine hides; obtain veterinary certificates

Store in cool, ventilated conditions to prevent spoilage during transit, avoiding reclassification