HS Code Subheading

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

4106.32 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 410632

This HS code pertains to tanned or crust hides and skins of swine, without hair, and in the dry 'crust' state. Unlike wet-blue, these hides have been dried after tanning, making them easier to transport and store before final finishing processes like dyeing and softening. Swine crust leather is valued for its strength and versatility, commonly used in the production of shoe uppers, linings, gloves, and various leather goods. Countries with large pig farming industries, such as China and the USA, are key exporters. Importers include manufacturers in Asia and Europe who further process these hides into finished leather products. The 'crust' state represents a crucial intermediate stage, offering a stable base for diverse leather applications.

Products Under This Code

Pigskin crust for shoe uppers, Pigskin crust for glove manufacturing, Pigskin crust for garment components, Pigskin crust for wallet interiors, Pigskin crust for bag linings, Pigskin crust for belt backing

Real World Examples

Dr. Martens (for some boot linings), Harley-Davidson (for specific apparel), various sports equipment brands (for grip materials), budget footwear brands, furniture manufacturers (for hidden components)

Common Misclassification

Can be confused with 410631 (wet-blue state) due to the difference in moisture content, or 4107 (finished leather) if the 'not further prepared' aspect is overlooked.

Products Classified Under 4106.32

Crust pigskinCrust 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) 4106.31 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) 4106.40 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 remains a key player in the trade of crust swine hides, both as an exporter and a major consumer for its manufacturing industries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 410632?

HS code 410632 covers: Tanned or crust hides and skins; of swine, without hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust). This HS code pertains to tanned or crust hides and skins of swine, without hair, and in the dry 'crust' state. Unlike wet-blue, these hides have been dried after tanning, making them easier to transport and store before final finishing processes like dyeing and softening. Swine crust leather is valued for its strength and versatility, commonly used in the production of shoe uppers, linings, gloves, and various leather goods. Countries with large pig farming industries, such as China and the USA, are key exporters. Importers include manufacturers in Asia and Europe who further process these hides into finished leather products. The 'crust' state represents a crucial intermediate stage, offering a stable base for diverse leather applications.

What products fall under HS code 410632?

Pigskin crust for shoe uppers, Pigskin crust for glove manufacturing, Pigskin crust for garment components, Pigskin crust for wallet interiors, Pigskin crust for bag linings, Pigskin crust for belt backing

What are common misclassifications for HS code 410632?

Can be confused with 410631 (wet-blue state) due to the difference in moisture content, or 4107 (finished leather) if the 'not further prepared' aspect is overlooked.

How is HS code 410632 structured?

HS code 410632 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 (32) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.