Wet-Salted Bovine Bends from Canada
Wet-salted bovine bends are the shoulder and neck portions of cow hides preserved in a brine solution to prevent decay, remaining untanned and unprepared. Classified under HTS 4101.90.10.10 as raw bovine butts and bends that are fresh or wet-salted. These sections provide flexible leather for upholstery and accessories.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
60%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.1250%Articles the product of Canada as provided in subdivision (b)(1) of U.S. note 51 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test salt content to confirm wet-salting preservation without drying or liming, avoiding misclassification
• Include packing lists specifying 'butts and bends only' to distinguish from bellies or full sides
• Comply with USDA import regs for animal products, including slaughterhouse certifications