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Pickled Snake Skin from Japan

Snake skins preserved in pickling solution, not dehaired or pretanned. This HTS 4103.20.10.00 subheading includes pickled reptile hides as 'otherwise preserved' raw materials.

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

Manifest pickling solution composition to prove no tanning chemicals present

Refrigerate during transit to prevent spoilage and maintain 'raw' status

Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial tanning preparation