Wet-Salted South African Bonsmara Hide from Japan
Hide from Bonsmara cattle in South Africa, preserved by wet-salting right after flaying. Falls under HTS 4101.90.10.20 as other bovine fresh/wet-salted hides, no tanning involved. Good for work gloves and belts.
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
• South African hides often need BVS export vet cert; prepare in advance
• Stack hides flesh-to-flesh with salt layers; document packing method
• Weigh pre- and post-drain to report accurate net weight