Dried Brazilian Nelore Buffalo Hide

Whole Nelore buffalo hide from Brazil, dried for preservation after liming, over 16 kg, untreated beyond raw preservation. Falls under HTS 4101.50.70.00 for raw bovine (buffalo) hides not tanned or parchment-dressed.

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.

4101.50.30.00Lower: 19.9% vs 20.8%

If weight under 8 kg

Smaller whole hides under 8 kg go to 4101.50.30.00 regardless of bovine/equine type

4102.21.00Lower: 17.5% vs 20.8%

If from equine animals like horse

Equine raw hides preserved (not tanned) classify under separate heading 4102

4105Lower: 12% vs 20.8%

If crust after retanning but pre-drying

Post-preservation retanning creates crust leather, shifting from raw Chapter 41 to 4105

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document drying process to distinguish from tanned; moisture content tests prevent misclassification

Secure export permits from origin country; pitfall is failing foot-and-mouth disease certifications

Label clearly as 'raw preserved hide' to avoid customs disputes on preparation level