Product classification
HS code for Crust sheepskin: 4105.30
Tanned or crust skins, of sheep or lambs, without wool on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust).
Classification of crust sheepskin under HS 4105.30
Crust sheepskin is classified under HS code 4105.30. This code is designated for tanned or crust skins of sheep or lambs, without wool on, that are in the "dry state" (crust) and have not been further prepared. The classification logic follows Chapter 41 rules, which separate skins by animal type and then by the level of processing. For sheepskins, heading 4105 is used for tanned skins, while 4102 is used for raw skins. The subheading .30 specifically identifies the dry crust stage. This material has been chemically treated to prevent putrefaction and has been dried to a stable moisture level, but it lacks the final aesthetic and functional finishes such as dyeing, buffing, or graining. It is a common intermediate product in the global leather supply chain, allowing manufacturers to purchase stabilized skins and apply custom finishes later. The skins must be entirely free of wool to qualify for this heading.
- Covers
- Dry-tanned sheepskin crust
- Vegetable-tanned lambskin (crust)
- Chrome-tanned sheep skins in dry state
- Pickled sheepskins that have been dried and tanned
- Unfinished sheep leather in crust form
- Also under 4105.30
- Italian crust lamb skins for gloves
- Spanish crust sheep skins for garments
- Indian crust ovine splits for linings
- Turkish crust lamb skins
Codes often confused with 4105.30
Common mistake. Crust sheepskin is often misclassified under 4105.10, which is the code for sheepskins in the "wet state" (such as wet-blue or wet-white). The distinction is purely based on whether the skin has been dried. Another frequent error is using 4112.00, which is for sheep leather that has been "further prepared" after tanning. If the sheepskin has been dyed or surface-treated, it must be classified under 4112.00. Finally, if the wool is still attached, the product must be classified under 4102.
Top exporters and importers of HS 410530 (the code used for crust sheepskin), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 410530 (the code used for crust sheepskin) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 46% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 410530, not only crust sheepskin.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $18M 37% of world exports
- 2 Spain $13M 27% of world exports
- 3 Italy $3.4M 6.8% of world exports
World total: $49M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $27M 46% of world imports
- 2 Spain $13M 21% of world imports
- 3 Portugal $4.4M 7.5% of world imports
World total: $59M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for crust sheepskin
Brazil classifies crust sheepskin under NCM 4105.30.00: HS 4105.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about crust sheepskin
What is the HS code for Crust sheepskin?
The HS code for Crust sheepskin is 410530 (Tanned or crust skins; of sheep or lambs, without wool on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust)). The HS code for crust sheepskin in a dry state is 4105.30.
How do I classify Crust sheepskin for customs?
Crust sheepskin is classified under HS code 410530 — Tanned or crust skins; of sheep or lambs, without wool on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can crust sheepskin have wool on it?
No, HS code 4105.30 specifically requires the skins to be "without wool on." Skins with wool are classified under heading 4102.
Which countries are the top exporters of crust sheepskin (HS 410530)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 410530 (the code used for crust sheepskin) in UN Comtrade data were China ($18M, 37% of world exports), Spain ($13M) and Italy ($3.4M). World exports came to about $49M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of crust sheepskin (HS 410530)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 410530 (the code used for crust sheepskin) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($27M, 46% of world imports), Spain ($13M) and Portugal ($4.4M). World imports came to about $59M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Crust sheepskin the same in all countries?
The base HS code 410530 for Crust sheepskin is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for crust sheepskin in Brazil?
In Brazil, crust sheepskin (HS 410530) is classified under NCM 4105.30.00.