Raw Donkey Skin (Whole, Dried)
Whole raw skin from a donkey (equine), dried for preservation, exceeding 16 kg in weight, without any tanning or parchment dressing. Classified under HTS 4101.50.10.91 for non-pretanned equine hides used in gelatin or leather industries. Not further prepared beyond basic preservation.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pretanned
Pretanning processes shift to 4101.50.30, separating from purely preserved raw hides.
If considered parings or waste
Chapter notes exclude parings/waste of raw hides, directing to heading 0511.
If finished into full-grain leather
Tanning and further preparation classify as finished leather under 4107.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain origin certificates proving equine species and raw state; declare exact preservation method to prevent misclassification
• Check for ejiao (donkey hide gelatin) restrictions in destination countries; provide weight documentation
Related Products under HTS 4101.50.10.91
Raw Mule Hide (Whole, Limed)
A whole mule hide (equine hybrid), limed for preservation, over 16 kg, not tanned or dehaired. This raw material under HTS 4101.50.10.91 is sourced for high-quality leather tanning. Preservation is minimal, fitting 'otherwise preserved' category.
Raw Ass Hide (Whole, Dried)
Whole dried raw ass (donkey) hide, equine, >16 kg, preserved only. Under HTS 4101.50.10.91 for non-tanned equine raw skins. Prized for traditional medicine.
Raw Mare Hide (Whole, Pickled)
Whole pickled mare (female horse) hide, >16 kg equine raw. HTS 4101.50.10.91 for preserved non-pretanned. Soft quality for upholstery leather.
Raw Stallion Hide (Whole, Salted)
Salted whole stallion hide, equine male, over 16 kg raw. Classed HTS 4101.50.10.91 preserved hides. Durable for saddlery.
Raw Equine Hide (Whole, Limed, Bulk)
Bulk lot whole limed equine hides >16 kg each, raw preserved. HTS 4101.50.10.91 non-pretanned. For mass leather production.
Raw Horsehide (Whole, Dried for Retail)
Dried whole horsehides packaged for retail, >16 kg, raw equine. Under 4101.50.10.91 as preserved not tanned. Small tannery supply.