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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If split rather than whole
Split sheepskins, even pickled and without wool, are classified separately under the split subheading to distinguish processing level.
If with wool still on
Raw sheepskins preserved but retaining wool fall under the with-wool-on category per chapter exclusions and notes.
If tanned after pickling
Once tanning (even reversible pre-tanning removed) occurs, it moves from raw Chapter 41 headings 4101-4103 to finished leather in 4104-4106.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the skin is from sheep or lambs and confirm pickling preservation via lab tests or supplier certification to avoid misclassification as tanned leather
• Ensure documentation proves no tanning, parchment-dressing, or further preparation; include CITES permits if from protected species
• Check for wool removal certification, as wool-on skins may shift to other subheadings; watch for splitting that could reclassify under split categories
Related Products under HTS 4102.21.00.65
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.
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.