Product classification
HS code for Raw animal skins: 4102.29
Hides and skins, raw, of animals n.e.c. in this chapter, fresh, salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split.
Classification of raw animal skins under HS 4102.29
HS code 4102.29 is designated for raw skins of sheep or lambs that have had the wool removed and are preserved by methods other than pickling. This classification is part of Chapter 41, which covers raw hides and skins and leather. The primary distinction for 4102 is the species (Ovis aries). Within this heading, the subheadings differentiate between skins with wool still attached and those without. Subheading 4102.29 specifically covers de-wooled skins that are fresh, salted, or dried. If the skins were pickled (treated with a brine and acid solution), they would fall under 4102.21. The "raw" status implies that the skins have not been tanned or further prepared. This stage of the supply chain is vital for the global leather industry, as these skins are the primary raw material for producing garment leather, chamois, and suede. The classification requires that the skins are not "split" in a way that constitutes further preparation beyond basic preservation. The distinction between "fresh" and "salted" is important for logistics but does not change the four-digit heading. However, the removal of wool is the defining characteristic that separates 4102.29 from 4102.10. This code is essential for importers of "slaughterhouse-run" sheepskins that are destined for tanneries specializing in lightweight, high-quality leathers. Accurate documentation must confirm that the wool has been completely removed to avoid classification disputes at the border.
- Covers
- Fresh de-wooled sheepskins
- Dry-salted lambskins without wool
- Wet-salted sheep skins (wool removed)
- Dried raw lamb skins
- Limed sheep skins (not tanned)
- Also under 4102.29
- Goatskins from India
- pigskins from China
- python skins from Southeast Asia
- alligator skins from the USA
- deer skins from North America
Codes often confused with 4102.29
Common mistake. Commonly confused with 4102.10, which is for sheep or lamb skins with the wool still on. It is also often confused with 4102.21, which is specifically for pickled skins. If the skin has been tanned, it moves to 4105. Misclassification also occurs with goat skins, which belong in 4103.10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 410229 (the code used for raw animal skins), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 410229 (the code used for raw animal skins) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 61% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 48% 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 410229, not only raw animal skins.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $13M 61% of world exports
- 2 Portugal $3.8M 17% of world exports
- 3 Saudi Arabia $1.1M 5.0% of world exports
World total: $22M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $2.8M 48% of world imports
- 2 India $951K 16% of world imports
- 3 Pakistan $582K 10% of world imports
World total: $5.8M 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 raw animal skins
Brazil classifies raw animal skins under NCM 4102.29.00: HS 4102.29 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about raw animal skins
What is the HS code for Raw animal skins?
The HS code for Raw animal skins is 410229 (Hides and skins; raw, of animals n.e.c. in this chapter, fresh, salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split).
How do I classify Raw animal skins for customs?
Raw animal skins is classified under HS code 410229 — Hides and skins; raw, of animals n.e.c. in this chapter, fresh, salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for de-wooled sheep skins?
The HS code for raw, de-wooled sheep skins that are not pickled is 4102.29.
Can pickled skins be classified here?
No, pickled sheep skins without wool are specifically classified under HS code 4102.21; 4102.29 is for other preservation methods like salting or drying.
Which countries are the top exporters of raw animal skins (HS 410229)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 410229 (the code used for raw animal skins) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($13M, 61% of world exports), Portugal ($3.8M) and Saudi Arabia ($1.1M). World exports came to about $22M, 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 raw animal skins (HS 410229)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 410229 (the code used for raw animal skins) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($2.8M, 48% of world imports), India ($951K) and Pakistan ($582K). World imports came to about $5.8M, 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 Raw animal skins the same in all countries?
The base HS code 410229 for Raw animal skins 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 raw animal skins in Brazil?
In Brazil, raw animal skins (HS 410229) is classified under NCM 4102.29.00.