Pickled Bovine Bellies from Japan
Raw belly portions of bovine hides preserved in a salt-acid pickle solution to maintain flexibility, not tanned or further prepared. Under HTS 4101.90.10.30 as other raw bovine hides including bellies.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document pickle solution composition; chemical treatments beyond preservation may alter classification
• Ensure hides are split bellies only; full hides go to 4101.21
• Comply with USDA/APHIS import permits for raw hides to prevent foot-and-mouth disease risks