Limed Buffalo Skins

Whole buffalo skins limed post-slaughter, not tanned. As raw bovine (buffalo) hides preserved otherwise, under HTS 4101.90.70.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.3%+17.5%20.8%
🇲🇽Mexico3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇨🇦Canada3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇩🇪Germany3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇯🇵Japan3.3%+10.0%13.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

4101Same rate: 20.8%

If fresh buffalo (not preserved)

Fresh subheading separates from preserved 'other' hides.

4114.20Lower: 11.6% vs 20.8%

If further prepared as welts

Specific further preparations like welts exit raw hides chapter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Liming certificates must show pH levels indicating no tanning initiation

Distinguish buffalo from bovine via DNA or origin papers

Package to retain flexibility, proving not parchment-dressed