HS Code 4101.50 : Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg
MODULE 2: EXTRACTABLE ANSWER (AEO / SPEAKABLE)
EN (Official WCO)
FR (Pending)
ES (Pending)
The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg is 4101.50. Under the 2026 European Union (TARIC), the representative MFN general duty rate is 0.00 % [EU TARIC 2026].
MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY
Chapter 41
Raw hides and skins of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals (fresh, or salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split
Heading 4101
Raw hides and skins of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals (fresh, or salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split
Subheading .50
.50
Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg
MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX
Import Duty Rates by Destination
European Union (EU TARIC / CN 2026)
4101500000
MODULE 5: EU IMPORT DUTY & VAT BREAKDOWN
EU Customs De Minimis
€150.00
Duty-free threshold
Official EU Classification Rulings: Search European Binding Tariff Information [EBTI Database ↗]
Notice: EU customs duties are uniform across all 27 Member States under the EU Customs Union. Import VAT is assessed locally by destination customs authorities.
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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix
Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Commercial Invoice
Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Packing List & Bill of Lading
Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.
PREFERENTIAL RULE
Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)
Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.
MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags
Standard Entry
This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.
MODULE 8: EU Trade Defence Measures & Carbon Adjustment (CBAM)
EU Anti-Dumping Defence
Standard TARIC Duties
EU Steel Safeguards
Exempt (Non-Steel Commodity)
EU CBAM Carbon Alert
Not in Scope
MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)
| Agreement Code | Trade Agreement / Program | Preferential Rate | Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| TCA | EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement | Free | Statement on Origin by registered exporter. |
| CETA | EU-Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement | Free | CETA Origin Declaration on commercial invoice. |
| EPA | EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement | Free | Statement on Origin or importer knowledge under EU-Japan EPA. |
MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications
Standard 20ft Container
~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload
Standard 40ft High-Cube
~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload
Stowage Factor & Handling
Standard commercial packaging for Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg
MODULE 11: European Binding Tariff Information (EBTI)
Legally binding tariff classification decisions valid across all 27 EU Member States for HS 4101.50.
Query the official European Commission EBTI classification rulings database:
Search EU Commission EBTI Database for 4101.50 →EU TARIC Declarable Commodity Lines (4101.50)
| HTS Code | Description | General Rate | Special (FTA) Rate | Column 2 Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4101.50 | Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg | Free | Free | Rate on request | — |
| 4101.50.10 | Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg, Not pretanned | Free | Free | 10% | — |
| 4101.50.10.10 | Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg, Not pretanned, Of bovine animals, Cattle | Free | Free | Rate on request | pcs |
| 4101.50.10.20 | Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg, Not pretanned, Of bovine animals, Other | Free | Free | Rate on request | pcs |
| 4101.50.10.91 | Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg, Not pretanned, Of equine animals | Free | Free | Rate on request | pcs |
| 4101.50.20.00 | Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg, Other, Of bovine animals (including buffalo), Of a unit surface area not exceeding 28 square feet (2.6 m2), Upper and lining | Free | Free | 15% | pcs |
| 4101.50.30.00 | Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg, Other, Of bovine animals (including buffalo), Of a unit surface area not exceeding 28 square feet (2.6 m2), Other | 2.4% | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL, JO,KR,MA, OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 15% | pcs |
| 4101.50.35.00 | Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg, Other, Of bovine animals (including buffalo), Other, Of buffalo | 2.4% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 25% | pcs |
| 4101.50.40.00 | Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg, Other, Of bovine animals (including buffalo), Other, Other, Vegetable pretanned | 5% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 25% | pcs |
| 4101.50.50.00 | Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg, Other, Of bovine animals (including buffalo), Other, Other, Other | 3.3% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 25% | pcs |
| 4101.50.70.00 | Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg, Other, Other | 3.3% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 25% | pcs |
MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes
| Related HS Code | Heading Category | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 4101.20 | Subheading under Heading 4101 | Compare Subheading 4101.20 → |
| 4101.90 | Subheading under Heading 4101 | Compare Subheading 4101.90 → |
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
European Commission TARIC Database (CN 2026) ↗
Official EU Common Customs Tariff and Member State measures.
EU Taxation and Customs Union ↗
European Commission customs union and VAT rules.
MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and European Union (TARIC) general duty for Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg?
Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and European Union (TARIC), Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg is classified under HS 4101.50 (Heading 4101, Chapter 41). The representative EU MFN general duty rate is 0.00 %.
How is HS 4101.50 distinguished within Heading 4101 (Raw hides and skins of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals (fresh, or salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split)?
Heading 4101 covers Raw hides and skins of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals (fresh, or salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split. Subheading 4101.50 specifically isolates Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 4101.
What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 4101.50?
Related subheadings under Heading 4101 include 4101.20, 4101.90. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.
What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg into the European Union?
Importers require an EU Single Administrative Document (SAD / Import Declaration), active EU EORI number, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and phytosanitary or conformity certificates where applicable.
Can goods under HS 4101.50 enter duty-free under EU Free Trade Agreements?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in EU FTA partner territories (e.g. UK TCA, CETA, Japan EPA, South Korea FTA) enter duty-free under EUR.1 movement certificates or registered exporter (REX) statements.
What is the EU customs duty de minimis threshold for shipments of Whole hides and skins, of a weight exceeding 16 kg?
Commercial consignments valued up to €150 imported into the European Union enter customs duty-free under EU Common Customs Tariff rules.
How can an importer obtain a European Binding Tariff Information (EBTI) ruling for HS 4101.50?
Importers may apply to any EU Member State customs authority for an EBTI ruling under Regulation (EU) No 952/2013. An EBTI ruling is legally binding across all 27 EU Member States for 3 years.
How is Import VAT assessed on HS 4101.50 across EU Member States?
Import VAT is assessed by the destination EU Member State (ranging from 17% in Luxembourg to 27% in Hungary, ~19% average) on total landed CIF value + CCT duty.
What is the EU EORI registration requirement for commercial imports under HS 4101.50?
All economic operators importing into the EU must hold a valid Economic Operators Registration and Identification (EORI) number issued by an EU Member State customs authority.
How does the EU Import One-Stop Shop (IOSS) e-commerce VAT scheme work?
The EU IOSS allows online sellers to collect import VAT at the point of sale for B2C consignments valued up to €150 imported into any EU Member State.
What EU Trade Defence measures (Anti-Dumping & Countervailing duties) apply?
Importers must check the TARIC database for active EU trade defence measures, anti-dumping duties, or tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) affecting specific countries of origin.
What REACH & CE Marking product safety compliance rules apply to HS 4101.50 in the EU?
Articles imported into the EU must satisfy EU Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH chemical restrictions) and display CE marking declarations of conformity where required.
Are there entry processing fees or harbor taxes in the European Union?
No. The European Union does not charge additional entry processing fees or harbor taxes beyond standard Common Customs Tariff duties and destination Member State import VAT.