Product classification
HS code for Finished alligator leather: 4113.30
Leather, further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment-dressed leather, of reptiles, whether or not split, other than leather of heading 41.14.
Classification of finished alligator leather under HS 4113.30
Finished alligator leather is classified under HS code 4113.30 as it represents reptile leather that has undergone extensive preparation beyond the initial tanning or crusting stages. In the context of the Harmonized System, "further prepared" means the leather has been dyed, embossed, polished, or otherwise treated to be ready for the manufacture of consumer goods. Heading 41.13 is specifically designated for leather prepared after tanning or crusting of various animals, and subheading 4113.30 is reserved for reptiles. This includes alligators, crocodiles, lizards, and snakes. The classification logic follows the principle that once a skin has been tanned (preserved) and then finished (enhanced for aesthetic or functional use), it moves from the raw or crust categories into the finished categories. For alligator leather, this often involves specialized glazing or matte finishing techniques that are characteristic of luxury leather goods. The leather must be without scales or hair removed, and it must not be parchment-dressed or further processed into patent leather to remain within this specific code.
- Covers
- Finished alligator hides for handbags
- Dyed crocodile leather for footwear
- Polished lizard skin for watch straps
- Embossed caiman leather
- Finished snake skin for apparel
- Also under 4113.30
- Hermes Birkin crocodile bag
- Louis Vuitton alligator wallet
- Gucci python shoes
- Cartier lizard watch straps
- Fendi exotic leather goods
Codes often confused with 4113.30
Common mistake. A common misclassification occurs with HS code 4106.40, which covers tanned or crust reptile leather. The distinction lies in the level of processing; 4106.40 is for leather that is preserved but not yet finished for retail use. Additionally, if the alligator leather is finished with a permanent metallic or plastic coating to create a mirror-like effect, it must be classified under HS code 4114.20 as patent leather or patent laminated leather, rather than 4113.30.
Top exporters and importers of HS 411330 (the code used for finished alligator leather), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 411330 (the code used for finished alligator leather) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 56% 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 411330, not only finished alligator leather.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $80M 41% of world exports
- 2 Singapore $58M 30% of world exports
- 3 Spain $14M 7.0% of world exports
World total: $194M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $111M 56% of world imports
- 2 Italy $22M 11% of world imports
- 3 China $11M 5.7% of world imports
World total: $196M 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 finished alligator leather
Brazil classifies finished alligator leather under NCM 4113.30.00: HS 4113.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about finished alligator leather
What is the HS code for Finished alligator leather?
The HS code for Finished alligator leather is 411330 (Leather; further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment-dressed leather, of reptiles, whether or not split, other than leather of heading 41.14). The HS code for finished alligator leather, further prepared after tanning or crusting, is 4113.30.
How do I classify Finished alligator leather for customs?
Finished alligator leather is classified under HS code 411330 — Leather; further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment-dressed leather, of reptiles, whether or not split, other than leather of heading 41.14. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is a CITES permit required for this HS code?
Yes, because alligators and crocodiles are protected species, international trade under HS code 4113.30 typically requires CITES documentation in addition to standard customs paperwork.
Which countries are the top exporters of finished alligator leather (HS 411330)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 411330 (the code used for finished alligator leather) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($80M, 41% of world exports), Singapore ($58M) and Spain ($14M). World exports came to about $194M, 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 finished alligator leather (HS 411330)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 411330 (the code used for finished alligator leather) in UN Comtrade data were France ($111M, 56% of world imports), Italy ($22M) and China ($11M). World imports came to about $196M, 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 Finished alligator leather the same in all countries?
The base HS code 411330 for Finished alligator leather 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 finished alligator leather in Brazil?
In Brazil, finished alligator leather (HS 411330) is classified under NCM 4113.30.00.