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HTS Chapter 43 · Section VIII

Furskins and artificial fur; manufactures thereof

Chapter 43 averages a 2.4% general (MFN) duty across its 21 rated tariff lines, with the steepest line reaching 6.5%.

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2.4%
avg MFN duty
6.5%
highest line
21
rated tariff lines
29%
enter duty-free

Tariff lines in Chapter 43 by duty-rate band

How the 21 rated lines in this chapter distribute across general (MFN) rate ranges

Duty-free60.1–5%115–10%4

Source: USITC HTS 2026 As of 2026

About HTS Chapter 43

HTS Chapter 43 - Furskins and artificial fur; manufactures thereof - organizes 56 tariff classifications in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Of these, 21 carry explicit duty rates at the tariff-line level, meaning importers can look up a specific Column 1 General (MFN) rate for every qualifying shipment. Chapter 43 sits within Section VIII (Hides, Skins, Leather; Handbags; Gut), which groups commercially related product categories together.

The average general duty rate across all tariff lines in this chapter is 2.4%, with the highest individual rate reaching 6.5%. Duty burden varies widely across tariff lines within this chapter, classification precision matters. Below, each line links to its individual detail page showing General, Special (FTA), and Column 2 rates.

Use this chapter page as the entry point for classifying any product that falls under furskins and artificial fur; manufactures thereof. The tree below preserves the HTS indentation hierarchy (heading → subheading → tariff line), so you can narrow from broad category to specific 8-10 digit code. All data comes from the US International Trade Commission (USITC) HTS 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of import duties used by US Customs and Border Protection.

Chapter 43 At a Glance

Tariff distribution statistics for HTS Chapter 43 from USITC 2026 Basic Edition.
Metric Value Notes
Total tariff classifications 56 All headings, subheadings, and tariff lines.
Lines with explicit rates 21 Tariff lines carrying a Column 1 General duty.
Average general rate 2.4% Mean MFN rate across rated lines.
Highest line rate 6.5% Peak Column 1 General rate within the chapter.

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition. Computed at last data refresh, see methodology.

Tariff Lines

4301 Raw furskins (including heads, tails, paws and other pieces or cuttings, suitable for furriers' use), other than raw hides and skins of heading 4101, 4102 or 4103:
4301.10.00 Of mink, whole, with or without head, tail or paws
Free
4301.10.00.10 Wild
No.
4301.10.00.20 Other
No.
4301.30.00.00 Of lamb, the following: Astrakhan, Broadtail, Caracul, Persian and similar lamb, Indian, Chinese, Mongolian or Tibetan lamb, whole, with or without head, tail or paws
No.
Free
4301.60 Of fox, whole, with or without head, tail or paws:
4301.60.30.00 Of silver, black or platinum fox (including those of any fox which is a mutation, or type developed, from silver, black or platinum foxes)
No.
5.1%
4301.60.60.00 Other
No.
Free
4301.80.02 Other furskins, whole, with or without head, tail or paws
Free
4301.80.02.01 Of hare
No.
4301.80.02.02 Of rabbit
No.
4301.80.02.03 Of beaver
No.
4301.80.02.04 Of muskrat
No.
4301.80.02.10 Of nutria
No.
4301.80.02.20 Of lynx
No.
4301.80.02.40 Of marten
No.
4301.80.02.60 Of sable
No.
4301.80.02.70 Of fisher
No.
4301.80.02.75 Of racoon
No.
4301.80.02.80 Of seal
No.
4301.80.02.90 Other
No.
4301.90.00.00 Heads, tails, paws and other pieces or cuttings, suitable for furriers' use
kg
Free
4302 Tanned or dressed furskins (including heads, tails, paws and other pieces or cuttings), unassembled, or assembled (without the addition of other materials) other than those of heading 4303:
Whole skins, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled:
4302.11.00 Of mink
2.1%
4302.11.00.10 Kolinsky
No.
4302.11.00.20 Other
No.
4302.19 Other:
4302.19.13.00 Of lamb, the following: Astrakhan, Broadtail, Caracul, Persian and similar lamb, Indian, Chinese, Mongolian or Tibetan lamb
No.
2.2%
Of beaver, chinchilla, ermine, fisher, fitch, fox, leopard, lynx, marten, nutria, ocelot, otter, pony, racoon, sable or wolf:
4302.19.15.00 Of silver, black or platinum fox (including those of any fox which is a mutation, or type developed, from silver, black or platinum foxes)
No.
5.6%
Other:
4302.19.30 Not dyed
1.5%
4302.19.30.30 Fox
No.
4302.19.30.40 Racoon
No.
4302.19.30.70 Other
No.
4302.19.45 Dyed
2.2%
4302.19.45.30 Fox
No.
4302.19.45.40 Racoon
No.
4302.19.45.70 Other
No.
4302.19.55.00 Of rabbit or hare
No.
2.7%
Other:
4302.19.60.00 Not dyed
No.
3.5%
4302.19.75.00 Dyed
No.
1.7%
4302.20 Heads, tails, paws and other pieces or cuttings, not assembled:
4302.20.30.00 Of beaver, Caracul or Persian lamb, chinchilla, ermine, fisher, fitch, fox, Kolinsky, leopard, lynx, marten, mink, nutria, ocelot, otter, pony, racoon, sable or wolf
kg
2.1%
Other:
4302.20.60.00 Not dyed
kg
3.5%
4302.20.90.00 Dyed
kg
1.7%
4302.30.00.00 Whole skins and pieces or cuttings thereof, assembled
kg
5.3%
4303 Articles of apparel, clothing accessories and other articles of furskin:
4303.10.00 Articles of apparel and clothing accessories
4%
4303.10.00.30 Of mink
No.
4303.10.00.60 Other
No.
4303.90.00.00 Other
No.
Free
4304.00.00.00 Artificial fur and articles thereof
No.
6.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What does HTS Chapter 43 cover? ▼
HTS Chapter 43 covers Furskins and artificial fur; manufactures thereof. It contains 56 individual tariff classifications, of which 21 have specified duty rates. This chapter falls under Section VIII (Hides, Skins, Leather; Handbags; Gut).
What is the average tariff rate for Chapter 43? ▼
The average general (MFN) duty rate across all tariff lines in Chapter 43 is 2.4%. The highest individual rate in this chapter is 6.5%. Actual duty on a specific product depends on its precise HTS classification.
How do I find the correct HTS code for my product? ▼
Browse the tariff lines listed below organized by heading and subheading. Each item with an HTS number links to its full detail page showing general, special, and Column 2 duty rates. For complex classifications, consult a licensed customs broker or contact US Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Are there any duty-free items in Chapter 43? ▼
Yes, many chapters contain items with a "Free" general rate, meaning no duty is assessed for imports from most-favored-nation countries. Look for items marked "Free" in the tariff lines table below. Additional preferential rates may also apply under free trade agreements.
Where does PlainTariff get its tariff data? ▼
All tariff data comes from the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of US import duties.

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Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission Harmonized Tariff Schedule (2026 Basic Edition) and FAO FAOSTAT Trade: Crops and Livestock. See our methodology for how figures are computed.

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