Limed Dog Hides

Raw dog hides limed for preservation and dehairing prep, not further prepared. HTS 4103.90.20.00 applies as 'other raw hides' explicitly permitted for dogs by chapter note 1(c).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3.3%+17.5%20.8%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3.3%+10.0%13.3%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada3.3%+10.0%13.3%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany3.3%+10.0%13.3%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan3.3%+10.0%13.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4103Same rate: 20.8%

If from goats or kids (non-special)

Goat raw limed hides classify under 4103.27, separate from dog 'other'.

4115.20.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 20.8%

If made into composition leather

Processed into composition leather (per definition) shifts to 4115, excluding raw.

4102Lower: 12% vs 20.8%

If split but not dehaired

Unsplit or whole grain splits may go to 4102 if preserved differently.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide veterinary certificates confirming legal slaughter and no disease

β€’ Avoid over-liming that could mimic parchment dressing

β€’ Segregate from chapter 43 goods in manifests