Tanned or crust skins; of sheep or lambs, without wool on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust)

HS code 410530 covers the trade of tanned or crust skins of sheep or lambs, without wool on, in the dry state. This industry plays a crucial role in the global leather supply chain, providing a key raw material for the production of various leather goods, including clothing, footwear, and accessories. The demand for these crust skins is driven by the growing leather industry, which is closely tied to the broader fashion and consumer goods sectors.

The production of tanned or crust skins under HS code 410530 involves a multi-step process. First, the raw skins are collected from sheep or lamb slaughterhouses. These skins then undergo a tanning process, which involves the use of chemicals and techniques to preserve the skin and remove the wool. The tanned skins are then dried, resulting in the 'crust' state, where the skins are ready for further processing or sale.

The main inputs required for the production of tanned or crust skins under HS code 410530 include raw sheep or lamb skins, tanning chemicals, and specialized machinery for the tanning and drying processes. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to handle the various stages of production, from skin collection to the final crust state.

The primary output of the industry covered by HS code 410530 is tanned or crust skins of sheep or lambs, which are then used as a raw material by various other industries. These crust skins may be further processed and used in the production of 410610 (Tanned or crust hides and skins of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals, without hair on), 410621 Tanned or crust hides and skins of sheep or lambs, without wool on, and 410712 Leather further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment-dressed leather, of sheep or lamb, without wool on, among other leather products.