Vegetable Pretanned Dehaired Lambskin Hide
A dehaired lambskin hide treated with vegetable pretanning agents to preserve it in a crust-like state without full tanning. Classified in HTS 4102.29.20.00 for other sheep or lamb skins without wool that are vegetable pretanned but not parchment-dressed. Ideal for artisan leather crafting.
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, pickled, or otherwise preserved but not pretanned
Non-pretanned preserved skins without wool classify under other 4102.29 subheadings.
If tanned and finished for apparel uppers
Post-tanning finishing for specific end uses like footwear shifts to 4106 for sheep leather.
If parchment-dressed or further prepared
Parchment-dressing excludes from 4102 per chapter notes, moving to 4103.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Label shipments clearly as 'vegetable pretanned' with process details to avoid misclassification as tanned leather
ā¢ Include lab analysis confirming tannin source is vegetable and process is reversible per chapter note 2(a)
ā¢ Check for splits; unsplit full hides stay here, but split layers may require specific subheading review
Related Products under HTS 4102.29.20.00
Vegetable Pretanned Sheepskin from Merino Lambs
This is a sheepskin from Merino lambs that has undergone vegetable pretanning, a reversible process using plant tannins, leaving it preserved but not fully tanned. It falls under HTS 4102.29.20.00 as raw sheep or lamb skin, without wool, vegetable pretanned, and not further prepared. The pretanning stabilizes the hide for subsequent leather processing.
Pretanned Suffolk Sheep Pelt Without Wool
Suffolk sheep pelt, dewooled and vegetable pretanned for preservation, suitable for upholstery leather production. HTS 4102.29.20.00 applies to such other sheep skins without wool that are pretanned using vegetable materials, not further processed. The reversible pretanning distinguishes it from crust or full leather.
Vegetable Pretanned Hair Sheep Skin
Skin from hair sheep breeds, dehaired and pretanned with vegetable extracts, preserved for further tanning. Fits HTS 4102.29.20.00 as other sheep or lamb skins without wool, vegetable pretanned, excluded from note 1(c) exceptions. Commonly used in high-end glove leather.
Limed and Vegetable Pretanned Lamb Hide
Lamb hide first limed then vegetable pretanned, kept in preserved state without tanning. Under HTS 4102.29.20.00 for other dewooled sheep/lamb skins that are vegetable pretanned. Used in bookbinding leather production.
Pickled Vegetable Pretanned Sheepskin
Sheepskin pickled for preservation then vegetable pretanned, without wool, not further prepared. HTS 4102.29.20.00 covers this as other vegetable pretanned sheep skins. Base material for fashion leather goods.
Dried Vegetable Pretanned Rambouillet Sheep Skin
Rambouillet sheep skin, dewooled, vegetable pretanned, and dried in crust form. Classifies under HTS 4102.29.20.00 for pretanned sheep skins without wool. Prepared for automotive leather.