Salted Crocodile Hide from Japan
Raw crocodile skins preserved by salting, dehaired but not tanned or parchment-dressed, sourced for high-end fashion accessories. Falls under HTS 4103.20.3000 for other untanned reptile hides. Preservation prevents decay without altering via 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
• CITES Appendix I/II certification mandatory for crocodiles; include wildlife service approvals
• Label as 'salted, untanned' with salt content details to confirm raw status
• Inspect for any liming or pickling beyond simple salting to stay in 4103