Chrome-Tanned Wet Blue Merino Sheep Pelts from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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