Limed Sheep Pelts from Japan
Raw sheep skins preserved by liming process for unhairing, fresh or otherwise preserved but not tanned. These pelts are dehaired and ready for tanning without parchment-dressing or further preparation. Fits HTS 4103.90.11.90 as other raw, non-excluded 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 liming as preservation only; lab tests may be required to confirm no tanning agents used
• Label clearly as 'raw limed pelts' and include origin certificates excluding note 1(c) hairy types