Tanned or crust hides and skins; of reptiles, whether or not split, but not further prepared

HS v2017 Code: 410640

About tanned or crust hides and skins; of reptiles, whether or not split, but not further prepared

HS code 410640 covers the trade of tanned or crust hides and skins of reptiles, such as snakes, crocodiles, and lizards. This industry plays a vital role in the global leather supply chain, providing high-quality materials for the production of luxury goods, fashion accessories, and industrial applications. The demand for reptile-derived leather products has grown steadily in recent years, driven by the increasing popularity of sustainable and ethically sourced materials among consumers.

Production process

The production of reptile leather involves a multi-step tanning process that transforms raw hides into durable, supple, and visually appealing materials. Key steps include dehairing, liming, pickling, tanning, and finishing. Specialized techniques, such as drum tanning and vegetable tanning, are often employed to enhance the unique characteristics and properties of reptile skins.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the reptile leather industry include raw hides and skins, tanning chemicals (e.g., chromium salts, vegetable tannins), dyes, and finishing agents. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment, such as tanning drums, drying racks, and finishing machines. Skilled labor, including tanners and leather artisans, is also a critical input for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the reptile leather industry are tanned or crust hides and skins, which are then used as inputs for the production of a wide range of leather goods, including 420211 handbags, 420310 articles of apparel, 420500 other leather articles, and 940151 seats. The unique properties and visual appeal of reptile leather make it a highly sought-after material in the luxury and high-end fashion markets.

Revisions to 410640

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 410640. The most recent 1 version of this code (410640) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 410640 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for tanned or crust hides and skins; of reptiles, whether or not split, but not further prepared

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/41'>41: Raw hides and skins (other than furskins) and leather</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4106'>4106: Tanned or crust hides and skins of other animals, without wool or hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/410640'>410640: Tanned or crust hides and skins; of reptiles, whether or not split, but not further prepared</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/410621'>410621: Tanned 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)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/410622'>410622: Tanned 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)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/410631'>410631: Tanned 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)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/410632'>410632: Tanned or crust hides and skins; of swine, without hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/410691'>410691: Tanned 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)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/410692'>410692: Tanned 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)</a>"]

    

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