Pickled Dorset Sheep Hide
Pickled raw hide from Dorset sheep, dewooled and unsplit, ideal for upholstery and garment leather. Classified under HTS 4102.21.00.65 because it is a preserved (pickled) sheep skin without further preparation beyond preservation. Meets chapter note exclusions by not being from lamb breeds like Astrakhan.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If limed or salted instead of pickled
Different preservation methods like liming or salting place it in other 'without wool on' subheadings within 4102.21.
If from goats rather than sheep
Similar raw pickled skins from excluded goat breeds (non-Yemen etc.) shift to goat-specific raw skin headings.
If full hides of bovine animals
Larger bovine raw skins preserved similarly are in Chapter 41 bovine headings, not sheep/lamb.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Provide detailed invoices specifying breed, preservation method (pickled only), and confirmation of no wool or splitting for customs clearance
ā¢ Avoid common pitfalls like residual tanning agents by obtaining pre-shipment inspections; non-compliance risks reclassification and penalties
ā¢ For bulk imports, ensure temperature-controlled shipping to maintain pickling integrity, preventing spoilage or unintended drying
Related Products under HTS 4102.21.00.65
Pickled Sheepskin from Merino Lamb
Freshly pickled sheepskin from Merino lambs, preserved without wool and not split, used primarily for high-quality leather production. This falls under HTS 4102.21.00.65 as it is a raw sheep or lamb skin that has been pickled but not tanned, parchment-dressed, or further prepared. The preservation method keeps it in raw form suitable for further processing.
Pickled Corriedale Lamb Hide
Dewooled Corriedale lamb hide preserved by pickling, unsplit, for shoe upper leather production. Classified in HTS 4102.21.00.65 for pickled, non-tanned sheep/lamb skins without wool. Not covered by Chapter 43 raw wool-on exclusions.
Pickled Finnsheep Skin
Raw Finnsheep skin, pickled and dewooled, maintained unsplit for specialty leather goods. Under HTS 4102.21.00.65 as preserved raw lamb/sheep skin not further prepared. Complies with note 1(c) exclusions.
Pickled Karakul Lamb Skin (Excluded Type)
Pickled Karakul lamb skin without wool, unsplit; note Karakul is excluded breed but raw form qualifies here. Fits HTS 4102.21.00.65 for non-excluded raw preserved sheepskins. Processed only via pickling.
Pickled Border Leicester Sheepskin
Whole pickled Border Leicester sheepskin, wool removed, for bag leather. HTS 4102.21.00.65 covers this raw pickled non-split form precisely.
Pickled Texel Lamb Hide
Pickled unsplit Texel lamb hide, dewooled raw material for apparel. Matches HTS 4102.21.00.65 description fully.