HS Code for Crust animal hides
View full HS code detailsHS code 4106.92 is applied to tanned or crust hides and skins of animals that do not fall into the more common categories such as bovine, equine, ovine, goat, or swine. This code is specifically for the "crust" stage, which represents a critical intermediate phase in leather production. At this stage, the hides have undergone the tanning process to prevent putrefaction and have been dried, but they have not yet received final finishing treatments such as dyeing, graining, or surface coating. The classification requires that the hides be in a dry state and without any hair or wool. This category includes skins from exotic or less common animals like deer, kangaroo, or antelope. The classification is governed by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically focusing on the species of the animal and the state of processing (tanned and dried but not finished).
Products Included
- Crust deer skins
- Crust kangaroo leather
- Crust antelope hides
- Crust camel skins
- Dry tanned hides of non-specified mammals
Common Misclassification
A common error is misclassifying these hides under HS code 4106.91, which covers the same animal skins but in the wet state (often referred to as "wet-blue"). Another frequent mistake is using HS code 4107, which is reserved for leather that has been further prepared after tanning or crusting. If the hide has been dyed or embossed, it can no longer be classified as crust under 4106.92.
FAQ
What is the HS code for Crust animal hides?
The HS code for crust hides of animals other than bovine, equine, ovine, goat, or swine in the dry state is 4106.92.
What does the term dry state imply in leather classification?
The dry state, or crust, means the leather has been tanned and dried to a stable moisture content but lacks final surface finishes or dyes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Crust animal hides?
The HS code for Crust animal hides is 410692 (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)).
How do I classify Crust animal hides for customs?
Crust animal hides is classified under HS code 410692 — 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). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Crust animal hides the same in all countries?
The base HS code 410692 for Crust animal hides is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.