Salted Merino Sheepskins with Wool

Merino sheep skins preserved by salting, retaining full wool fleece, unfit for immediate tanning. HTS 4102.10.30.00 applies to raw sheep skins with wool on, 'other' than excluded types, preserved but not tanned or further prepared.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³China2%+10.0%12%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½Mexico2%+10.0%12%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦Canada2%+10.0%12%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermany2%+10.0%12%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapan2%+10.0%12%

Alternative Classifications

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

4102.21.00Higher: 17.5% vs 12%

If wool has been removed

Raw sheep skins without wool on classify under 4102.21, changing subheading within raw skins.

4104.41Higher: 13.3% vs 12%

If limed or pickled beyond simple preservation

Further preserved (limed/pickled) but untanned skins may qualify as crust under note 2(b) in tanned headings.

0511Lower: 11.1% vs 12%

If parings or waste material

Parings or similar waste from raw sheep skins excluded to heading 0511 per chapter note 1(a).

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Use moisture-proof packaging for salted skins to prevent spoilage during transit; inspect for salt content to confirm preservation method

• Provide slaughter certificates and confirm no liming or pickling beyond salting; misdeclaration risks penalties

• Check for wool origin labeling requirements if destined for textile processing