Sheepskin Rug Edge Trimmings from China
Parings from sheep leather rug borders, too narrow/stiff for articles after wool removal. Permissible sheepskin waste under Chapter 41 note (c), classified HTS 4115.20.00.00.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Certify complete wool shearing per note (c) exclusion from Chapter 43
• Monitor for Astrakhan/Broadtail patterns that may require special excluded classifications
• Declare thickness variation as it distinguishes parings from full hides