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Pickled Mule Skin

Raw mule skin (equine hybrid) preserved via pickling process to inhibit bacterial growth, untanned. Under HTS 4101.90.10.40 as other raw equine animal skins not pretanned. Essential for high-quality leather tanning.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+60.0%60%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4101Same rate: 20%

If split bovine

Raw split bovine hides preserved (pickled/limed) use bovine-specific splits subheading.

4107.11Lower: 14.9% vs 20%

If parchment-dressed

Parchment-dressed (non-tanned but further prepared) hides move out of 4101 per chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include preservation logs and chemical analysis in documentation to confirm pickling without tanning

• Ensure compliance with EPA rules on pickle liquors; declare any residual chemicals accurately

• Avoid bundling with tanned goods to prevent entire shipment reclassification

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