Dried Brazilian Nelore Buffalo Hide from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.3%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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