HS Code for Tanning extract
Quebracho extract is specifically classified under HS code 3201.10. This classification is highly specific due to the global importance of the quebracho tree (Schinopsis lorentzii and Schinopsis balansae) in the leather tanning industry. Under the Harmonized System, vegetable tanning extracts are grouped in heading 3201, and because quebracho is one of the most widely traded and chemically distinct tanning agents, it is granted its own unique subheading. The extract is obtained by boiling the heartwood of the tree to extract the polyphenolic compounds. It is valued for its ability to produce firm, durable leather and is often sold in solid blocks or spray-dried powder forms. The classification remains 3201.10 regardless of whether the extract is in liquid, solid, or powder form, provided it has not been chemically modified into a synthetic tanning preparation.
Products Included
- Pure quebracho wood extract
- Solid quebracho extract blocks
- Powdered quebracho tanning agent
- Liquid quebracho extract concentrates
- Solubilized quebracho extracts (treated with bisulfites)
Common Misclassification
Quebracho extract is frequently misclassified under 3201.90, which is the \"Other\" category for vegetable tanning extracts. While 3201.90 covers many plant extracts, the specificity of 3201.10 for quebracho takes precedence under GRI 1. Another error is confusing it with wattle extract, which belongs under 3201.20. Furthermore, if the quebracho extract is blended with synthetic tanning substances or inorganic salts to create a specialized tanning preparation, it may move from 3201.10 to 3202.90. It is vital to ensure the product is a pure vegetable extract to maintain the 3201.10 classification.
FAQ
What is the HS code for quebracho tanning extract?
The specific HS code for quebracho extract of vegetable origin is 3201.10.
Can this code be used for wattle extract?
No, wattle (mimosa) extract has its own specific classification under HS code 3201.20 and should not be placed under the quebracho code.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Tanning extract?
The HS code for Tanning extract is 320110 (Tanning extracts of vegetable origin; quebracho extract).
How do I classify Tanning extract for customs?
Tanning extract is classified under HS code 320110 — Tanning extracts of vegetable origin; quebracho extract. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Tanning extract the same in all countries?
The base HS code 320110 for Tanning extract is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.