Limed Goatskins from Germany
Raw goatskins processed with lime for unhairing, preserved but not tanned or parchment-dressed. These are dehaired hides used in initial leather beamhouse operations. Falls under HTS 4103.90.11.40 for other raw goat hides, not pretanned.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document lime processing to confirm no tanning occurred
• Check for splits; unsplit may classify differently
• Comply with animal health certificates for raw hide imports