Dried Brazilian Nelore Cow Hide from China
Whole hide from Nelore breed cattle, dried for preservation, exceeding 16 kg, imported from Brazil. Classified under HTS 4101.50.10.20 as 'other' raw bovine hides not tanned, parchment-dressed, or further prepared. Ideal for heavy-duty leather goods.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Provide lab analysis confirming no chemical tanning agents were used during drying
• Ensure CITES documentation if from species at risk, though most bovine are exempt
• Watch for moisture content thresholds to prevent reclassification as 'crust' leather