Chrome-Tanned Wet Blue Merino Sheep Pelts

Merino sheep pelts processed into wet blue through chrome tanning, remaining in wet state without wool removal beyond shearing. Used for upholstery and fashion leather. Fits HTS 4105.10.10.00 as tanned sheepskins not further prepared.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2%+35.0%37%
🇲🇽Mexico2%+10.0%12%
🇨🇦Canada2%+10.0%12%
🇩🇪Germany2%+10.0%12%
🇯🇵Japan2%+10.0%12%

Alternative Classifications

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

4104.11Lower: 13.3% vs 37%

If full hides from bovine animals in wet state

Bovine wet blues fall under 4104, distinct chapter heading from ovine sheep/lambs.

4114.10.00.00Higher: 38.2% vs 37%

If from sheep but further prepared as chamois-finished

Chamois or patent leather from sheep moves to 4114, excluding basic wet blues.

4101Lower: 13.3% vs 37%

If raw with wool on from specified sheep breeds

Chapter note (c) allows certain raw wool-on sheep hides in 4101, not tanned wet blues.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label shipments clearly as 'wet blues' with moisture content >40% to prevent reclassification as dry crust

Obtain CITES permits if from endangered sheep breeds, though rare for commercial wet blues