Preserved Equine Hide from Argentina from Japan
Whole horse hide from Argentina, salted and limed, >16 kg, raw not tanned. Though equine, fits 'other' raw hides under HTS 4101.50.70.00 for preserved whole forms.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Differentiate equine via veterinary ID; avoid bovine mislabel
• Salt penetration tests for preservation validation
• EU/US import bans on certain equine origins—check updates