What is HS-4106 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
4106 — Tanned or crust hides and skins of other animals, without wool or hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared
Chapter 41: Raw hides and skins
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 4106 when importing tanned or crust hides and skins of animals like goats or swine, whether they are in wet or dry state. For example, if you're bringing in wet-blue goat hides, this is the correct heading to classify your shipment.
To differentiate between subheadings, consider the state of the hides. HS-410621 and HS-410631 cover wet state hides (including wet-blue), while HS-410622 and HS-410632 are for dry state hides (crust). Ensure you know the moisture content of your product to choose accurately.
Another important distinction is the type of animal. If your hides come from reptiles, you would use HS-410640. For hides from other animals not specifically mentioned, like deer or camel, you would select either HS-410691 for wet state or HS-410692 for dry state.
Keywords & topics
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tanned hides · crust skins · wet-blue goat hides · dry state swine hides · reptile skins · importing leather · animal hides classification · HS-4106 · goat leather · swine hides · wet state hides · dry state hides · hides and skins · leather import codes · non-bovine hides · tanned animal skins
Examples
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- Wet-blue goat hides for leather production (HS-410621)
- Crust goat hides ready for manufacturing (HS-410622)
- Wet state swine hides for further processing (HS-410631)
- Crust swine hides for leather goods (HS-410632)
- Tanned reptile skins for fashion accessories (HS-410640)
- Wet-blue hides from other animals like deer (HS-410691)
- Dry crust hides from other animals (HS-410692)
Common questions
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How to classify goat hides for import?
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Difference between wet-blue and crust hides?
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What subheading for swine hides?
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Can I import reptile skins under HS-4106?
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How to determine if hides are wet or dry?
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What are the requirements for importing tanned hides?
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choosing the right HS code for leather
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understanding HS-4106 for animal skins
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requirements for importing reptile hides
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difference between wet and dry state hides
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of hides are covered under HS-4106?
- HS-4106 covers tanned or crust hides and skins from various animals, including goats, swine, and reptiles, in both wet and dry states.
- How do I know if my hides are in wet or dry state?
- Wet state hides are often referred to as wet-blue, while dry state hides are described as crust. Check the moisture content and processing state of your hides.
- Can I use HS-4106 for all types of animal hides?
- No, HS-4106 is specific to certain animals. For hides from animals not listed, you may need to use HS-410691 or HS-410692, depending on their state.
- What documentation do I need for importing tanned hides?
- You will typically need a commercial invoice, packing list, and possibly a certificate of origin or health certificate, depending on the type of hides.
- Are there any restrictions on importing reptile skins?
- Yes, importing reptile skins may be subject to specific regulations and permits due to wildlife protection laws. Check with your local authorities.
- What is the difference between HS-410621 and HS-410622?
- HS-410621 is for wet state goat hides, while HS-410622 is for dry state goat hides. The classification depends on the moisture content.
- How can I ensure compliance when importing hides?
- Ensure you classify your hides correctly, provide accurate documentation, and check any specific import regulations for the type of hides you are bringing in.
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HS-6 subheadings (7)
- 410621Tanned or crust hides and skins; of goats or kids, without wool or hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the wet state (including wet-blue)
- 410622Tanned or crust hides and skins; of goats or kids, without hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust)
- 410631Tanned or crust hides and skins; of swine, without hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the wet state (including wet-blue)
- 410632Tanned or crust hides and skins; of swine, without hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust)
- 410640Tanned or crust hides and skins; of reptiles, whether or not split, but not further prepared
- 410691Tanned or crust hides and skins; of animals other than equine, ovine, bovine, goats or kids, swine and reptiles, without wool or hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the wet state (including wet-blue)
- 410692Tanned or crust hides and skins; of animals other than equine, ovine, bovine, goats or kids, swine and reptiles, without wool or hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust)