Refrigerated Cow Butt Hides from Japan
Refrigerated cow butt hides are fresh rear-end sections of bovine hides kept chilled for preservation during transport, with no salting, tanning, or other preparation. They match HTS 4101.90.10.10 for fresh bovine butts and bends. Ideal for premium full-grain leather production.
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
• Maintain cold chain documentation like temperature logs to prove 'fresh' status upon customs inspection
• Label shipments clearly as 'raw fresh butts' to prevent confusion with processed leather
• Watch for weight shrinkage claims; declare green weight accurately