Salted Merino Lamb Skins from Japan
Fresh sheep or lamb skins from Merino breed, preserved by salting to prevent decomposition, without wool on and not tanned or further prepared. Classified under HTS 4102.29.10.90 as raw ovine skins that are salted but remain in a preservable state prior to tanning.
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
• Verify CITES permits if from endangered species; ensure documentation proves no tanning process; inspect for wool remnants to avoid reclassification