Product classification
HS code for Fox pelts: 4301.60
Furskins, raw, of fox, whole, with or without head, tail or paws.
Classification of fox pelts under HS 4301.60
Fox pelts are classified under HS code 4301.60. This code falls within Chapter 43, which covers furskins and artificial fur. Heading 4301 specifically addresses raw furskins, which are skins that have not been tanned or dressed. Subheading 4301.60 is the specific designation for whole fox pelts, which may include the head, tail, or paws. The classification is strictly for raw skins; once a pelt undergoes a tanning or dressing process, it moves to heading 4302. The determination for this code is based on the biological origin of the skin (fox) and its state of preservation (raw). This classification is essential for international trade monitoring and the enforcement of wildlife protection regulations, such as CITES, ensuring that raw animal products are correctly identified during customs clearance. The pelts must be in a state typically used by furriers for further processing into garments or accessories.
- Covers
- Raw silver fox pelts
- Raw blue fox pelts
- Raw red fox pelts
- Raw arctic fox pelts
- Whole fox skins with head and tail attached
- Dried or salted raw fox skins
- Also under 4301.60
- Saga Furs (auction house)
- Kopenhagen Fur (auction house)
- NAFA (North American Fur Auctions)
- Finnish Fur Breeders' Association
- Canadian Fox Breeders' Association
Codes often confused with 4301.60
Common mistake. Fox pelts are often misclassified under 4302.19 if the importer does not realize the skins have already been tanned or dressed. Heading 4301 is only for raw skins. Another common error is attempting to classify them under Chapter 41 (Raw hides and skins), such as 4103. However, Chapter 41 specifically excludes furskins with the hair or wool still attached (except for certain animals like sheep or goats), meaning fox pelts must stay in Chapter 43. Additionally, if the pelt is made into a garment, it must be classified under 4303.
Top exporters and importers of HS 430160 (the code used for fox pelts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 430160 (the code used for fox pelts) in UN Comtrade data was Finland, with 94% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Türkiye, with 45% 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 430160, not only fox pelts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Finland $37M 94% of world exports
- 2 Estonia $1.0M 2.6% of world exports
- 3 Canada $638K 1.6% of world exports
World total: $39M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Türkiye $18M 45% of world imports
- 2 China $7.3M 19% of world imports
- 3 Greece $2.2M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $40M 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 fox pelts
Brazil classifies fox pelts under NCM 4301.60.00: HS 4301.60 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about fox pelts
What is the HS code for Fox pelts?
The HS code for Fox pelts is 430160 (Furskins; raw, of fox, whole, with or without head, tail or paws). The HS code for raw, whole fox pelts is 4301.60.
How do I classify Fox pelts for customs?
Fox pelts is classified under HS code 430160 — Furskins; raw, of fox, whole, with or without head, tail or paws. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What if the fox pelt is tanned?
If the fox pelt has been tanned or dressed, it is no longer classified under 4301.60 and should be moved to HS code 4302.19.
Which countries are the top exporters of fox pelts (HS 430160)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 430160 (the code used for fox pelts) in UN Comtrade data were Finland ($37M, 94% of world exports), Estonia ($1.0M) and Canada ($638K). World exports came to about $39M, 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 fox pelts (HS 430160)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 430160 (the code used for fox pelts) in UN Comtrade data were Türkiye ($18M, 45% of world imports), China ($7.3M) and Greece ($2.2M). World imports came to about $40M, 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 Fox pelts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 430160 for Fox pelts 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 fox pelts in Brazil?
In Brazil, fox pelts (HS 430160) is classified under NCM 4301.60.00.