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SITCSection 2
U.S. imports of whole hides & skins, light weight (≤8 kg dried, ≤10 kg dry-salted) (SITC 21121) totaled $79K in April 2026, traded with 9 countries.
Importers of Whole Hides & Skins, Light Weight (≤8 kg Dried, ≤10 kg Dry-Salted) paid $8K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 11% on $76K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Whole Hides & Skins, Light Weight (≤8 kg Dried, ≤10 kg Dry-Salted) imports of $79K in April 2026 ran 81% above the year-to-date monthly average of $43K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataWeight thresholds — 8 kg simply dried, 10 kg dry-salted, or 16 kg fresh or wet-salted — define this category of light whole hides and skins, distinguishing them from heavier bovine hides that fall under separate headings. These lighter skins are typically sourced from younger or smaller animals and are prized by tanners for producing fine-grain leather used in footwear, gloves, and accessories. Preservation method at the time of export (fresh, wet-salted, dry-salted, or dried) affects both classification and the microbial risk profile that customs and agricultural authorities may consider at entry.
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The weight thresholds that define this heading — 8 kg dried, 10 kg dry-salted, 16 kg fresh or wet-salted — are measured in the condition as presented at import. A skin that exceeds the applicable threshold in its preserved state may reclassify to a heavier-hide heading, so accurate weight documentation by preservation method is essential for correct entry.
Raw hides and skins of animal origin may be subject to USDA APHIS review for disease risk, particularly when sourced from countries with foot-and-mouth disease or other reportable animal diseases. Importers should verify current APHIS admissibility conditions for the specific country of origin before shipment, and consult a licensed customs broker or APHIS directly for current requirements.
Monthly import values over time
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