Tanned or dressed furskins (including heads, tails, paws, other pieces, cuttings), unassembled, or assembled (without addition of other materials), excluding those of heading no. 4303

HS v2022 Code: 4302

About tanned or dressed furskins (including heads, tails, paws, other pieces, cuttings), unassembled, or assembled (without addition of other materials), excluding those of heading no. 4303

HS code 4302 covers tanned or dressed furskins, including various parts and cuttings, that are unassembled or assembled without the addition of other materials. This industry plays a significant role in the global fashion and textile sectors, providing essential raw materials for the production of high-end apparel, accessories, and other luxury goods. The trade in furskins is a complex and regulated market, with various international agreements and standards governing its practices.

Production process

The production of tanned or dressed furskins involves a multi-step process. First, the raw furskins are obtained from various animal sources, such as 0106 live animals. These skins are then subjected to a tanning process, which involves the use of chemicals and specialized techniques to preserve the fur and enhance its durability. The tanned skins may be further processed, such as dyeing, shearing, or trimming, to meet the specific requirements of the end-use applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the production of tanned or dressed furskins under HS code 4302 include the raw furskins, which are typically sourced from 0106 live animals. Additionally, the industry requires various chemicals, machinery, and specialized equipment for the tanning, processing, and finishing of the furskins. Energy sources, such as electricity or fuel, are also essential for the production processes.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 4302 are the tanned or dressed furskins, which are then used as inputs for the production of a wide range of products. These furskins may be consumed by industries covered under 4303 Articles of apparel, clothing accessories, and other articles of furskin for the manufacture of high-end apparel, accessories, and other luxury goods. The furskins may also be used in the production of 9508 Roundabouts, swings, shooting galleries, and other fairground amusements, as well as in the creation of various decorative and artistic items.

Family tree for tanned or dressed furskins (including heads, tails, paws, other pieces, cuttings), unassembled, or assembled (without addition of other materials), excluding those of heading no. 4303

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/43'>43: Furskins and artificial fur; manufactures thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4302'>4302: Tanned or dressed furskins (including heads, tails, paws, other pieces, cuttings), unassembled, or assembled (without addition of other materials), excluding those of heading no. 4303</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4301'>4301: Raw furskins (including heads, tails, paws, other pieces or cuttings, suitable for furriers' use), excluding raw hides and skins of heading no. 4101, 4102 or 4103</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4303'>4303: Articles of apparel, clothing accessories and other articles of furskin</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/4304'>4304: Artificial fur and articles thereof</a>"]

    B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/430211'>430211: Furskins; tanned or dressed, of mink, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/430219'>430219: Furskins; tanned or dressed, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled, n.e.c. in heading no. 4302, excluding goods or heading no. 4303</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/430220'>430220: Furskins; tanned or dressed, heads, tails, paws and other pieces or cuttings, not assembled, excluding goods of heading no. 4303</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/430230'>430230: Furskins; tanned or dressed, whole skins and pieces or cuttings thereof, assembled, excluding goods of heading no. 4303</a>"]


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