Wet-Salted US Angus Steer Hide from Japan
Steer hide from Angus cattle processed in the US with wet-salting for export, kept full hide without splitting. Under HTS 4101.90.10.20 for other fresh/wet-salted bovine hides, not pretanned or dehaired. Excellent for high-end shoe and bag leathers due to fine texture.
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
• For re-imports, track with export docs to avoid double-duty; use temporary export bonds if applicable
• Label packages clearly with 'wet-salted bovine hide' and weight to facilitate quick customs inspection
• Test for moisture content; excessive drying en route could shift to 4101.52 subheading