Product classification
HS code for Finished reptile 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 reptile leather under HS 4113.30
Reptile leather, including skins from crocodiles, lizards, and snakes, is classified under HS code 4113.30 when it is further prepared after tanning. This classification is specific to the reptile class and requires the leather to be finished. Finishing processes for reptile skins often involve glazing with a glass cylinder to achieve a high-gloss look, or softening treatments to maintain flexibility for use in luxury goods. Because reptile skins are often subject to international trade regulations like CITES, precise HS classification is vital for customs compliance. The leather must be "without hair" (though reptiles naturally lack hair, the terminology remains consistent across Chapter 41). If the skins are only tanned or crusted without further finishing, they fall under 4106.40. If they are made into patent leather (where a thick lacquer is applied), they are classified under 4114.20. The distinction between finished and crust reptile leather is often determined by whether the skin has been dyed through or has had surface resins applied to stabilize the scales.
- Covers
- Finished alligator and crocodile leather
- Finished lizard leather (e.g., Teju, Monitor)
- Finished snake leather (e.g., Python, Cobra)
- Finished turtle or tortoise leather
- Finished caiman leather
- 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. Finished reptile leather is commonly misclassified under 4106.40, which is only for crust reptile skins. It is also sometimes incorrectly placed in 4113.90, which is the "other" category for animals like ostriches or kangaroos. If the reptile skin is used as a trim on a finished bag, the entire item is classified in 4202, not 4113.30.
Top exporters and importers of HS 411330 (the code used for finished reptile leather), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 411330 (the code used for finished reptile 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 reptile 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 reptile leather
Brazil classifies finished reptile 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 reptile leather
What is the HS code for Finished reptile leather?
The HS code for Finished reptile 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 reptile leather, further prepared after tanning, is 4113.30.
How do I classify Finished reptile leather for customs?
Finished reptile 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 leather under 4113.30?
While the HS code itself doesn't mandate a permit, most species classified under 4113.30 are protected by CITES, requiring specific export/import documentation alongside the customs declaration.
Which countries are the top exporters of finished reptile leather (HS 411330)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 411330 (the code used for finished reptile 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 reptile leather (HS 411330)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 411330 (the code used for finished reptile 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 reptile leather the same in all countries?
The base HS code 411330 for Finished reptile 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 reptile leather in Brazil?
In Brazil, finished reptile leather (HS 411330) is classified under NCM 4113.30.00.