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HS Code for Wet-blue sheepskin

4105.10 Tanned or crust skins of sheep or lambs, without wool on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the wet state (including wet-blue)
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HS code 4105.10 is reserved for the skins of sheep or lambs, without wool, that are in the wet state. This includes skins that have been tanned using chrome (wet-blue) or other tanning agents, provided they have not been dried. Sheepskin is highly valued for its softness and flexibility, and the wet-blue stage is the primary method for preserving these skins for international trade. The classification excludes skins that still have the wool attached and skins that have been further prepared into finished leather. The "wet state" includes both wet-blue (chrome-tanned) and pickled skins that have undergone a tanning process. This code is vital for the garment and luxury handbag industries, which rely on imported sheepskin for high-end leather goods. Proper documentation must confirm the removal of wool and the specific tanning stage to ensure the correct application of this HS code.

Products Included

  • Wet-blue sheep skins
  • Wet-blue lamb skins
  • Chrome-tanned sheep leather in wet state
  • Pickled sheep skins (tanned)
  • Wet-blue sheep skin splits

Common Misclassification

A frequent error is classifying these products under HS code 4102, which is for raw sheepskins with the wool still on. Another common misclassification is HS code 4105.30, which is for sheepskins in the dry state (crust). Importers also occasionally confuse this with 4106.21 (goatskin) due to the physical similarities between the two species' hides.

FAQ

What is the HS code for wet-blue sheepskin?

The HS code for tanned or crust skins of sheep or lambs in the wet state is 4105.10.

Can sheepskin with wool be classified here?

No, sheepskin with wool attached is classified under HS code 4102. Heading 4105 is strictly for skins without wool.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the HS code for Wet-blue sheepskin?

The HS code for Wet-blue sheepskin is 410510 (Tanned or crust skins of sheep or lambs, without wool on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the wet state (including wet-blue)).

How do I classify Wet-blue sheepskin for customs?

Wet-blue sheepskin is classified under HS code 410510 — Tanned or crust skins of sheep or lambs, without wool on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the wet state (including wet-blue). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Is the HS code for Wet-blue sheepskin the same in all countries?

The base HS code 410510 for Wet-blue sheepskin is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.