Fresh Frozen Buffalo Hide from Japan
Whole buffalo hide fresh but frozen for preservation, over 16 kg, untreated beyond freezing. Qualifies under HTS 4101.50.35.00 as 'otherwise preserved' raw buffalo hide.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Refrigeration bills of lading required to prove 'fresh' preservation method
• Test for any chemical additives that could imply pickling/tanning