Raccoon Furskin Whole Pelt from Japan
An intact whole raccoon pelt with fur, head, tail, and paws, preserved and tanned for use by furriers in manufacturing coats or trim. Falls under HTS 4301.80.02.75 as other whole furskins of raccoon, ready for furriers' processing but not dressed further.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'raw raccoon furskins, whole' to distinguish from dressed pelts and prevent duty disputes
• Obtain wildlife export certificates from source country to comply with USFWS import requirements
• Avoid common pitfall of undervaluing; appraise based on pelt size and quality grades used in fur trade