Beaver Tail Cuttings from Japan
Scalded and stretched beaver tails with underfur intact, prepared as raw pieces for furriers crafting coats or hats. Falls under HTS 4301.90.00.00 for undressed furskin parts suitable for further processing.
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
• Obtain USFWS clearance for North American beaver; tariff-free but permit-heavy
• Bundle securely to prevent damage; pitfall is loose packaging leading to fur loss
• Differentiate from raw hides of Chapter 41 in invoices