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 tanned or crust skins of sheep or lambs, without wool on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust). 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 trade in these crust skins is an important economic activity, with significant implications for the agricultural and manufacturing sectors worldwide.

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 other treatments to preserve the skin and enhance its durability. The tanned skins are then dried, resulting in the 'crust' state, which is the final product covered by this code.

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, skilled labor is necessary to ensure the proper execution of each production step, 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 for the production of various leather goods. These crust skins may be further processed and transformed into 410610 Tanned or crust hides and skins of other animals, without wool or hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, 410621 (Tanned or crust hides and skins of other animals, without wool or hair on, in the wet state (including wet-blue)), or 410622 (Tanned or crust hides and skins of other animals, without wool or hair on, in the dry state (crust)).