Product classification
HS code for Dressed furskins: 4302.19
Furskins, tanned or dressed, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled, n.e.c. in heading no. 4302, excluding goods or heading no. 4303.
Classification of dressed furskins under HS 4302.19
The classification of dressed furskins under HS code 4302.19 is determined by the degree of processing and the species of the animal. Chapter 43 of the Harmonized System governs furskins and artificial fur, along with manufactures thereof. Within this chapter, heading 4302 is reserved for furskins that have undergone tanning or dressing processes but have not yet been assembled into garments or other finished articles. Tanning involves the chemical treatment of the skin to prevent decay and ensure flexibility, while dressing may include further treatments like bleaching, dyeing, or shearing. Subheading 4302.19 specifically acts as a residual category for whole skins—which may include the head, tail, or paws—that are not specifically named in other subheadings of 4302, such as mink (4302.11) or lamb (4302.13). This classification is critical for customs purposes as it distinguishes between raw materials and semi-processed goods intended for the luxury fashion and textile industries. The skins must remain in their whole state; if they are cut into pieces or scraps, they may fall under 4302.20.
- Covers
- Tanned fox furskins (whole)
- Dressed beaver pelts (whole)
- Tanned seal skins with or without paws
- Dressed muskrat skins
- Whole tanned skins of wild felines not elsewhere specified
- Also under 4302.19
- Saga Furs (dressed fox, sable)
- Kopenhagen Fur (dressed lamb)
- NAFA (dressed beaver)
- Fendi (using various dressed furs)
- Louis Vuitton (using various dressed furs)
Codes often confused with 4302.19
Common mistake. A frequent error is confusing 4302.19 with 4301.80, which covers raw furskins. The distinction lies in the tanning process; if the skin has been chemically treated to preserve it, it must move to 4302. Another common mistake is using 4303.10, which is for finished articles of apparel. If the skins are sewn together into 'plates,' 'mats,' or 'strips,' they are classified under 4302.30 as assembled furskins, not 4302.19. Furthermore, if the skin is from a domestic sheep or lamb, it must be checked against 4302.13 to ensure it does not meet the specific criteria for that heading before being placed in the residual 4302.19 category.
Top exporters and importers of HS 430219 (the code used for dressed furskins), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 430219 (the code used for dressed furskins) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 26% 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 430219, not only dressed furskins.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $213M 38% of world exports
- 2 Italy $54M 9.5% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $47M 8.4% of world exports
World total: $564M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$131M 26% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $76M 15% of world imports
- 3 Italy $67M 13% of world imports
World total: $509M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 codes for dressed furskins
Brazil splits HS 4302.19 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 4302.19.10Tanned/dressed whole sheep furskins, unassembled
- 4302.19.90Other tanned/dressed whole furskins, unassembled
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about dressed furskins
What is the HS code for Dressed furskins?
The HS code for Dressed furskins is 430219 (Furskins; tanned or dressed, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled, n.e.c. in heading no. 4302, excluding goods or heading no. 4303). The HS code for dressed furskins that are whole and not specifically named in other subheadings is 4302.19.
How do I classify Dressed furskins for customs?
Dressed furskins is classified under HS code 430219 — Furskins; tanned or dressed, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled, n.e.c. in heading no. 4302, excluding goods or heading no. 4303. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between raw and dressed furskins?
Raw furskins (4301) are skins that have not undergone any tanning or dressing. Dressed furskins (4302) have been chemically treated to be preserved and made pliable for use in manufacturing.
Which countries are the top exporters of dressed furskins (HS 430219)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 430219 (the code used for dressed furskins) in UN Comtrade data were China ($213M, 38% of world exports), Italy ($54M) and Thailand ($47M). World exports came to about $564M, 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 dressed furskins (HS 430219)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 430219 (the code used for dressed furskins) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $131M, 26% of world imports), China ($76M) and Italy ($67M). World imports came to about $509M, 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 Dressed furskins the same in all countries?
The base HS code 430219 for Dressed furskins 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 dressed furskins in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 430219 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for dressed furskins depends on the product's details: 4302.19.10 (Tanned/dressed whole sheep furskins, unassembled), 4302.19.90 (Other tanned/dressed whole furskins, unassembled).