Vegetable Pretanned Rambouillet Lambskin from Japan
Pickled Rambouillet lambskin with dense wool on, pretanned vegetably with mimosa bark for initial tannin fixation. Classified in 4102.10.20.00 as other vegetable pretanned, wool-on lamb skins per hierarchy, not further prepared. Suited for soft leather goods.
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
• Include lab analysis showing tannin penetration < full tanning threshold
• Declare weight with/without wool for accurate valuation
• Watch for chapter 43 overlap—emphasize leather intent over fur