Product classification
HS code for Lamb pelts: 4301.30
Furskins, raw, of Astrakhan, Broadtail, Caracul, Persian and similar lamb, Indian, Chinese, Mongolian or Tibetan lamb, whole, with or without head, tail or paws.
Classification of lamb pelts under HS 4301.30
Lamb pelts of specific breeds are classified under HS code 4301.30. This code is situated within Chapter 43, which covers furskins and artificial fur. Specifically, heading 4301 refers to raw furskins, including heads, tails, paws, and other pieces or cuttings, suitable for furriers' use. Subheading 4301.30 is highly specific to the raw furskins of Astrakhan, Broadtail, Caracul, Persian and similar lamb, as well as Indian, Chinese, Mongolian, or Tibetan lamb. These pelts are distinguished from ordinary sheepskins by the nature of their wool or hair, which is often curled or patterned, making them highly desirable for luxury apparel. To fall under this code, the pelts must be raw, meaning they have not been tanned or dressed. The classification is determined by the biological origin of the animal and the state of preservation of the skin.
- Covers
- Raw Persian lamb skins
- Raw Caracul lamb pelts
- Raw Astrakhan furskins
- Raw Tibetan lamb skins with wool
- Whole raw lamb skins with heads or paws
- Also under 4301.30
- Saga Furs (auction house)
- Kopenhagen Fur (auction house)
- NAFA (North American Fur Auctions)
- Karakul (breed)
- Astrakhan (style)
Codes often confused with 4301.30
Common mistake. Lamb pelts are frequently misclassified under HS code 4102, which covers raw skins of sheep or lambs. However, Chapter 41 specifically excludes skins with the wool on if they are of the breeds mentioned in Chapter 43. If the lamb pelt is from a breed like Persian or Caracul and retains its wool, it must be classified under 4301.30. Another common error is using 4302, which is reserved for tanned or dressed furskins; 4301.30 is strictly for raw, untreated skins.
Top exporters and importers of HS 430130 (the code used for lamb pelts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 430130 (the code used for lamb pelts) in UN Comtrade data was Finland, with 38% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Finland, with 38% 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 430130, not only lamb pelts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Finland $1.4M 38% of world exports
- 2 Afghanistan* ~$930K 26% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Spain $646K 18% of world exports
World total: $3.6M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Finland $1.3M 38% of world imports
- 2 Lithuania $920K 27% of world imports
- 3 Italy $394K 11% of world imports
World total: $3.4M 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 code for lamb pelts
Brazil classifies lamb pelts under NCM 4301.30.00: HS 4301.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about lamb pelts
What is the HS code for Lamb pelts?
The HS code for Lamb pelts is 430130 (Furskins; raw, of Astrakhan, Broadtail, Caracul, Persian and similar lamb, Indian, Chinese, Mongolian or Tibetan lamb, whole, with or without head, tail or paws). The HS code for raw pelts of specific lamb breeds like Astrakhan or Persian is 4301.30.
How do I classify Lamb pelts for customs?
Lamb pelts is classified under HS code 430130 — Furskins; raw, of Astrakhan, Broadtail, Caracul, Persian and similar lamb, Indian, Chinese, Mongolian or Tibetan lamb, whole, with or without head, tail or paws. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does 4301.30 include tanned lamb skins?
No, 4301.30 only applies to raw furskins. Once the skins have been tanned or dressed, they move to heading 4302.
Which countries are the top exporters of lamb pelts (HS 430130)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 430130 (the code used for lamb pelts) in UN Comtrade data were Finland ($1.4M, 38% of world exports), Afghanistan (about $930K) and Spain ($646K). World exports came to about $3.6M, 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 lamb pelts (HS 430130)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 430130 (the code used for lamb pelts) in UN Comtrade data were Finland ($1.3M, 38% of world imports), Lithuania ($920K) and Italy ($394K). World imports came to about $3.4M, 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 Lamb pelts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 430130 for Lamb 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 lamb pelts in Brazil?
In Brazil, lamb pelts (HS 430130) is classified under NCM 4301.30.00.