Product classification

HS code for Raw skins: 4103.90

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 skins under HS 4103.90

Raw skins of animals not elsewhere classified are categorized under HS code 4103.90. Chapter 41 covers raw hides and skins. While headings 4101 and 4102 cover bovine, equine, sheep, and lamb skins, heading 4103 is the residual category for "Other raw hides and skins, fresh, or salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further prepared." Subheading 4103.90 is the catch-all category within this heading for animals not specifically named in other subheadings. This includes skins from animals such as deer, elk, antelope, camels, and even aquatic mammals like seals (provided they are not considered furskins). The classification requires that the skins be in a raw state—fresh, salted, dried, limed, or pickled—and specifically excludes skins that have been tanned or further prepared. The General Rules for Interpretation (GRI) dictate that if a skin does not fit into the specific categories of cow, horse, or sheep, it must be evaluated under heading 4103. If it is not from a reptile (4103.20) or a swine (4103.30), it falls into the 4103.90 "Other" basket. This code is essential for traders dealing in exotic or non-traditional leathers before they enter the tanning process. It is important to distinguish these from furskins of Chapter 43; if the skin is from an animal usually traded for its fur and the hair/fur is intended to remain on the skin for aesthetic use, it may be excluded from Chapter 41.

Covers
  • Raw deer and elk skins
  • Raw antelope and gazelle skins
  • Raw camel hides and skins
  • Raw skins of aquatic mammals (not furskins)
  • Raw skins of goats or kids without hair (if not in 4103.90)
Also under 4103.90
  • Ostrich leather handbags
  • Kangaroo leather football boots
  • Deer skin gloves
  • Camel leather sandals
  • Fish skin wallets

Codes often confused with 4103.90

Common mistake. Raw skins in this category are often misclassified under HS code 4101 (bovine/equine) or 4102 (sheep/lamb) by mistake. Another common error is using HS code 4103.20, which is specifically for reptile skins (snake, alligator, lizard). Additionally, if the skin has been tanned even slightly (pre-tanned), it must be moved to heading 4106.

41.01Raw hides and skins of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals (fresh, salted, dried, limed, pickled, otherwise preserved but not tanned, parchment dressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split41.02Raw skins of sheep or lambs (fresh, salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, but not further prepared), whether or not with wool on or split4103.20Hides and skins; raw, of reptiles (fresh or salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split41.06Tanned or crust hides and skins of other animals, without wool or hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared

Top exporters and importers of HS 410390 (the code used for raw skins), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 410390 (the code used for raw skins) in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 30% 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 410390, not only raw skins.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Vietnam* ~$16M
  2. 2 United States $16M
  3. 3 Hong Kong $7.4M

World total: $77M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Japan $32M
  2. 2 Hong Kong $20M
  3. 3 Pakistan $7.8M

World total: $104M 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 raw skins

Brazil classifies raw skins under NCM 4103.90.00: HS 4103.90 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about raw skins

What is the HS code for Raw skins?

The HS code for Raw skins is 410390 (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 skins for customs?

Raw skins is classified under HS code 410390 — 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 raw deer skins?

Raw deer skins are classified under HS code 4103.90 as they fall under "other" raw hides and skins not specifically named elsewhere.

Are raw goat skins included in 4103.90?

Goat skins are generally classified under 4103.90 unless they are specifically excluded or if the country's tariff schedule provides a more specific 8-digit or 10-digit code for them.

Which countries are the top exporters of raw skins (HS 410390)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 410390 (the code used for raw skins) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $16M, 21% of world exports), the United States ($16M) and Hong Kong ($7.4M). World exports came to about $77M, 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 skins (HS 410390)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 410390 (the code used for raw skins) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($32M, 30% of world imports), Hong Kong ($20M) and Pakistan ($7.8M). World imports came to about $104M, 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 skins the same in all countries?

The base HS code 410390 for Raw 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 skins in Brazil?

In Brazil, raw skins (HS 410390) is classified under NCM 4103.90.00.