HS Code 4105
Tanned or Crust Sheep and Lamb Skins
HS code 4105 covers sheep and lamb skins, without wool, that have been tanned or crust-dried but not yet finished into final leather products for commercial use
HS Code 4105 — Tanned or Crust Sheep and Lamb Skins
This code covers sheep and lamb skins that have undergone the primary tanning or crusting process but lack final finishing. These skins must have the wool removed and are typically intermediate products used in the manufacture of leather goods.
What's included
- Tanned sheepskins without wool
- Crust sheep leather
- Split sheep skins
- Wet-blue sheep skins
What's excluded
- Skins with wool on → use
4102(Skins with wool or hair attached fall under raw skins categories.) - Finished sheep leather → use
4112(Further prepared leather after tanning is classified specifically in 4112.)
Common examples
- Wet-blue sheep skin vegetable tanned
- Crust lamb skin for garment production
- Pickled sheep skin without wool
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between tanned and crust leather?
Tanned leather is chemically stabilised to prevent decay, while crust leather is tanned and dried but has not yet been dyed or finished.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Requires Veterinary Certificate and Certificate of Origin for most jurisdictions.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Australia, New Zealand, Ethiopia, Turkey
- Top importers: China, Italy, India, Vietnam
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Key takeaway
Covers intermediate sheep skins that are wool-free and tanned but not yet complete leather.
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