Brine-Preserved Bovine Rump Bends from Japan
Brine-preserved bovine rump bends are cut shoulder hides from cows soaked in salt brine, classified as wet-salted raw butts and bends under HTS 4101.90.10.10. Not tanned, dehaired, or split, they retain natural state for tanning. Used in belt and bag leather.
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
• Provide lab analysis of brine composition to confirm no chemicals indicating further preparation
• Segregate butts/bends from bellies in containers to match exact HTS description
• Anticipate biosecurity inspections; ensure origin country meets import standards