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HS Code for Raw snake skins

4103.20 Hides 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 split
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Raw snake skins are classified under HS code 410320, which specifically covers the raw hides and skins of reptiles. This classification is determined by the biological origin of the material and its state of preservation. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) and the Chapter 41 notes, this heading includes skins that are fresh, salted, dried, limed, pickled, or otherwise preserved for transport, provided they have not undergone any tanning, parchment-dressing, or further preparation. The classification is strictly reserved for skins where the original fibrous structure remains intact and the material has not been converted into leather. For snake skins, this often involves air-drying or wet-salting immediately after skinning to prevent putrefaction during international transit. The code 410320 is a sub-category of 4103, which encompasses other raw hides and skins not elsewhere specified, ensuring that reptile skins are distinguished from common livestock like bovine or ovine animals.

Products Included

  • Fresh or chilled raw python skins
  • Salted cobra skins for leather production
  • Dried rattlesnake skins in raw state
  • Pickled sea snake skins
  • Limed reptile skins intended for tanning
  • Raw viper skins with scales intact

Common Misclassification

Raw snake skins are frequently misclassified under HS code 410621 or 410622, which refer to tanned or crust skins of reptiles. The primary distinction lies in whether the skin has undergone the tanning process; once the skin is chemically treated to become leather, it moves from 4103 to 4106. Additionally, some importers mistakenly use 410390, which is a residual category for other raw skins, but since reptile skins have a specific six-digit subheading (410320), the more specific code must be used per GRI 3(a).

FAQ

What is the HS code for raw snake skins?

The correct HS code for raw snake skins is 410320, covering raw reptile hides and skins that are not yet tanned.

Are tanned snake skins included in this code?

No, tanned or finished snake skin leather is classified under heading 4106, specifically 410621 for wet-blue or 410622 for crust leather.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the HS code for Raw snake skins?

The HS code for Raw snake skins is 410320 (Hides 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 split).

How do I classify Raw snake skins for customs?

Raw snake skins is classified under HS code 410320 — Hides 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 split. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Is the HS code for Raw snake skins the same in all countries?

The base HS code 410320 for Raw snake 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.