HS Code Subheading

Tanned or crust hides and skins; of swine, without hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the wet state (including wet-blue)

4106.31 Subheading
Section VIII — Raw hides and skins, leather, furskins and articles thereof; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)

About HS Code 410631

This category covers tanned or crust hides and skins of swine, specifically those without hair and in the 'wet-blue' state. Wet-blue indicates that the hides have been chrome-tanned but not yet dried, making them a semi-processed material ready for further finishing. Swine hides are known for their durability and are often used for linings, cheaper footwear, gloves, and some apparel where a robust yet economical leather is needed. China is a major player in both the production and consumption of these hides, with significant trade flows to other Asian manufacturing hubs. The 'wet-blue' state means they are typically traded in bulk to tanneries equipped for the subsequent drying and finishing stages, offering flexibility in final product characteristics.

Products Under This Code

Wet-blue pigskin for shoe linings, Pigskin wet-blue for work gloves, Pigskin wet-blue for garment interlinings, Pigskin wet-blue for small leather goods, Pigskin wet-blue for upholstery backing, Pigskin wet-blue for industrial gloves

Real World Examples

Timberland (for boot linings), Wolverine (for work gloves), Coach (for internal components), Samsonite (for luggage linings), various automotive suppliers (for seat backing)

Common Misclassification

Often confused with 410632 (dry state/crust) due to the difference in moisture content, or 4107 (finished leather) if the 'not further prepared' aspect is missed.

Products Classified Under 4106.31

Wet-blue pigskinWet-blue swine leather

Related Codes

4106.21 Tanned or crust hides and skins; of goats or kids, without wool or hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the wet state (including wet-blue) 4106.22 Tanned or crust hides and skins; of goats or kids, without hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust) 4106.32 Tanned or crust hides and skins; of swine, without hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust) 4106.40 Tanned or crust hides and skins; of reptiles, whether or not split, but not further prepared 4106.91 Tanned or crust hides and skins; of animals other than equine, ovine, bovine, goats or kids, swine and reptiles, without wool or hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the wet state (including wet-blue) 4106.92 Tanned or crust hides and skins; of animals other than equine, ovine, bovine, goats or kids, swine and reptiles, without wool or hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust)

Trade Overview

China is a dominant player in both the production and consumption of wet-blue swine hides, with significant trade flows to other Asian countries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 410631?

HS code 410631 covers: Tanned or crust hides and skins; of swine, without hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the wet state (including wet-blue). This category covers tanned or crust hides and skins of swine, specifically those without hair and in the 'wet-blue' state. Wet-blue indicates that the hides have been chrome-tanned but not yet dried, making them a semi-processed material ready for further finishing. Swine hides are known for their durability and are often used for linings, cheaper footwear, gloves, and some apparel where a robust yet economical leather is needed. China is a major player in both the production and consumption of these hides, with significant trade flows to other Asian manufacturing hubs. The 'wet-blue' state means they are typically traded in bulk to tanneries equipped for the subsequent drying and finishing stages, offering flexibility in final product characteristics.

What products fall under HS code 410631?

Wet-blue pigskin for shoe linings, Pigskin wet-blue for work gloves, Pigskin wet-blue for garment interlinings, Pigskin wet-blue for small leather goods, Pigskin wet-blue for upholstery backing, Pigskin wet-blue for industrial gloves

What are common misclassifications for HS code 410631?

Often confused with 410632 (dry state/crust) due to the difference in moisture content, or 4107 (finished leather) if the 'not further prepared' aspect is missed.

How is HS code 410631 structured?

HS code 410631 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (41) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (31) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.