Assembled Mink Whole Furskin from Japan
A complete tanned mink skin assembled by sewing edges together to form a single piece, retaining its natural hair, without adding other materials. This falls under HTS 4302.30.00.00 as it is a whole skin assembled solely from the furskin itself, not forming a garment or incorporating other materials as per Chapter 43 notes. It is used primarily for further manufacturing into luxury apparel.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify CITES Appendix II listing for mink and obtain necessary permits for import to avoid customs delays
• Provide detailed invoices specifying tanning method and assembly process to confirm no other materials were added