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HS Code for Tanned pelts

4302.19 Furskins; tanned or dressed, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled, n.e.c. in heading no. 4302, excluding goods or heading no. 4303
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Tanned pelts of various animals (excluding mink and certain lambs) are classified under HS code 4302.19. This is a residual or other category within heading 4302, which covers tanned or dressed furskins. According to the Harmonized System, whole pelts that have been tanned or dressed but not yet assembled are classified by species. Subheading 4302.19 captures all species not specifically named in the preceding subheadings (4302.11 and 4302.13). This includes a wide variety of animals such as fox, rabbit, and beaver. The classification is based on the fact that the skins have been chemically treated to prevent decay and are ready for use in furrier work. This subheading serves as a catch-all for whole tanned furskins that do not meet the criteria for mink or specific lamb types. The diversity of products under 4302.19 is significant, ranging from common rabbit skins to exotic sable or lynx. The classification process requires identifying the animal species first; if it is not mink (4302.11) or Astrakhan, Broadtail, Caracul, Persian, or similar lamb (4302.13), it defaults to 4302.19. This ensures that all whole, processed furskins are accounted for within the 4302 heading.

Products Included

  • Tanned fox pelts
  • Tanned rabbit skins
  • Tanned beaver pelts
  • Tanned sable skins
  • Tanned lynx pelts
  • Whole dressed nutria skins

Common Misclassification

HS codes 4302.11 (mink) and 4302.13 (lamb) are specific codes that must be ruled out before using 4302.19. A common error is classifying tanned pelts as leather under Chapter 41 (e.g., 4104 for bovine leather). However, Chapter 41 specifically excludes skins with the hair or wool still attached, which are instead classified in Chapter 43. Another error is 4303.10, which is for finished fur clothing rather than the processed skins themselves. Misidentifying the species can also lead to incorrect classification under 4302.11 or 4302.13.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Tanned pelts?

The HS code for whole tanned pelts (other than mink or specific lambs) is 4302.19.

Are these pelts considered leather?

No, because they retain their hair or wool, they are classified as furskins in Chapter 43 rather than leather in Chapter 41.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the HS code for Tanned pelts?

The HS code for Tanned pelts is 430219 (Furskins; tanned or dressed, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled, n.e.c. in heading no. 4302, excluding goods or heading no. 4303).

How do I classify Tanned pelts for customs?

Tanned pelts is classified under HS code 430219 — Furskins; tanned or dressed, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled, n.e.c. in heading no. 4302, excluding goods or heading no. 4303. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Is the HS code for Tanned pelts the same in all countries?

The base HS code 430219 for Tanned 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.