Limed Sheepskins (Dehaired) from Japan
Raw sheepskins processed with lime for dehairing and preservation, not tanned or parchment-dressed. Classified under HTS 4103.90.20.00 as 'other' preserved raw hides, excluding wool-bearing sheepskins per chapter note 1(c).
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
• Include processing logs showing liming only, no tanning agents, to confirm raw status
• Ensure dehairing is complete; partial hair may trigger chapter 43 classification
• Label shipments clearly as 'raw limed skins' to aid customs inspection