Wet-Salted Bovine Bends from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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