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HS Code for Raw swine hides

4103.30 Hides and skins; raw, of swine, (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 swine hides are classified under HS code 410330. This code is situated within Chapter 41, which governs the international trade of raw hides, skins, and leather. The classification applies specifically to the skins of pigs, hogs, or boars in their raw, untanned state. To qualify for this code, the hides must be fresh, salted, dried, limed, pickled, or otherwise preserved for transport, but they must not have undergone any tanning or further preparation that would turn them into leather. The distinction is critical because the physical properties of swine skin, including the characteristic follicle patterns, differentiate them from bovine or equine hides. Under the Harmonized System, swine hides are separated from other animals to allow for specific monitoring of the pork byproduct industry and to apply relevant sanitary and phytosanitary regulations that differ from those applied to cattle hides.

Products Included

  • Fresh pig skins with or without hair
  • Salted swine hides for tannery use
  • Dried hog skins
  • Pickled pig skins preserved in brine
  • Limed swine skins
  • Raw boar skins intended for leather production

Common Misclassification

Raw swine hides are often confused with HS code 4101, which covers raw hides of bovine (cattle) or equine (horse) animals. While the preservation methods are similar, the species of the animal dictates the four-digit heading. Another frequent error is classifying them under 410631, which is the code for swine leather in the wet-blue state. Once the tanning process has begun, the product is no longer "raw" and must move to the leather headings. Additionally, if the skin is prepared for use as food (such as pork rinds), it may fall under Chapter 2 or Chapter 16 rather than Chapter 41.

FAQ

What is the HS code for raw swine hides?

The HS code for raw swine hides is 410330, covering pig skins that have not been tanned.

Can raw swine hides be imported with hair?

Yes, HS code 410330 includes swine hides whether or not they have been dehaired, provided they remain in a raw state.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the HS code for Raw swine hides?

The HS code for Raw swine hides is 410330 (Hides and skins; raw, of swine, (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 swine hides for customs?

Raw swine hides is classified under HS code 410330 — Hides and skins; raw, of swine, (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 swine hides the same in all countries?

The base HS code 410330 for Raw swine hides is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.