Limed Goatskins from Japan
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 — 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
• Document lime processing to confirm no tanning occurred
• Check for splits; unsplit may classify differently
• Comply with animal health certificates for raw hide imports