Limed Lizard Skin from Japan
Lizard skins processed with lime for preservation, split but not pretanned. HTS 4103.20.10.00 covers such raw reptile hides, whether dehaired or split, as long as not tanned or parchment-dressed.
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
• Ensure liming process documentation shows no tanning agents used to maintain raw classification
• Check for splits/dehairing extent; excessive processing risks reclassification as crust per note (b)
• Source from CITES-approved farms to avoid seizures at customs