Pickled Swamp Buffalo Hide from Canada
Dehaired raw hide from swamp buffalo, preserved via pickling in salt-acid solution, unchanged from raw state. Classified in HTS 4101.90.35.00 for other preserved buffalo hides.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
12.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Test pH levels to confirm pickling doesn't constitute reversible tanning per chapter notes
• Declare weight wet vs. dry, as pickling adds moisture affecting valuation
• Avoid bulk packaging that implies tanning prep, risking shift to 4104