Salted Deer Skin from Japan

Raw deer skin preserved by salting to prevent decay, without tanning or further preparation. Classified under HTS 4103.90.11.30 for other raw deer hides preserved but not tanned, distinguishing from Chapter 43 exclusions.

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%

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Import Tips

• Test for salt content and absence of tanning agents to confirm raw status

• Include lab certificates proving no pre-tanning processes per chapter note (b)

• Watch for moisture levels, as overly dry hides might be seen as 'dried' but still raw if untanned