Pickled Pigskin from Canada
Raw pigskins preserved in a salt-acid pickle solution, not dehaired or pretanned. HTS 4103.30.10.00 applies to such otherwise preserved swine hides excluding tanning processes. Ensures classification before beamhouse operations like liming.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide pickle solution composition analysis to confirm no tanning agents present
• Label containers with pH levels to demonstrate preservation stage only
• Watch for CBP scrutiny on 'pickled' vs 'tanned'—retain lab tests