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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dehaired or split
Dehaired/split raw buffalo hides go to 4101.50, distinguishing from whole unsplit.
If crust tanned
Alum-tanned or chrome-tanned crust hides shift to 4105 from raw category.
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
Related Products under HTS 4101.20.70.00
Fresh Calfskin Hide
A whole, unsplit hide from a young bovine animal, fresh and not tanned, weighing under 16 kg when preserved. It falls under HTS 4101.20.70.00 as a raw bovine hide that is simply preserved without further processing like tanning or parchment-dressing. These lightweight hides are typically used for high-quality leather production.
Dry-Salted Horse Hide
Lightweight whole unsplit equine hide from horse, dry-salted for preservation, under 10 kg per skin. Fits HTS 4101.20.70.00 for raw equine hides not tanned or parchment-dressed. Used in specialty leathers like equestrian gear.
Limed Calf Hide
Fresh limed whole bovine calf hide, unsplit, under 16 kg, with hair on. HTS 4101.20.70.00 covers such preserved raw hides before tanning. Ideal for glove or fine garment leather.
Pickled Foal Skin
Whole unsplit skin from young equine foal, pickled for preservation, weight under limits. Under HTS 4101.20.70.00 as raw preserved equine skin not further prepared. Sought for soft leathers.
Salted Lightweight Cowhide
Whole unsplit cowhide from young bovine, wet-salted, ≤16kg. HTS 4101.20.70.00 for other preserved raw hides. Standard for general leather goods.
Dried Donkey Hide
Whole unsplit dried donkey skin ≤8kg, raw preserved. Equine under HTS 4101.20.70.00. Used in traditional medicine and leather.