Fresh Python Skin from Japan
Fresh, untreated skins from pythons, preserved by salting or refrigeration but not pretanned or further prepared. Classified under HTS 4103.20.10.00 as other raw reptile hides not tanned, parchment-dressed, or dehaired beyond basic preservation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain CITES permits for python species as they are Appendix II protected; verify export quotas from origin country
• Document preservation method (salted/fresh) to avoid misclassification as tanned under 4104-4106
• Inspect for dehairing or splitting which could shift to other subheadings if beyond basic preservation