Wet-Salted Pakistani Red Sindhi Cow Hide from Japan
Cow hide from Red Sindhi breed in Pakistan, wet-salted post-slaughter for preservation. Classified under HTS 4101.90.10.20 for other fresh/wet-salted bovine hides excluding pretanned or specific cuts. Suitable for saddle and harness leathers.
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
• Include halal slaughter cert if required by destination; affects veterinary clearance
• Monitor for parasitic contamination common in South Asian hides; fumigation may be needed
• Separate from butt/bend piles during packing to avoid 4101.90.30 misclassification