Understanding HTS Chapter 43
HTS Chapter 43 covers Furskins and artificial fur; manufactures thereof. Within this area of hides, leather, furskins and related articles, the product name alone is rarely enough to select a heading. Classification turns on the animal source, tanning or dressing stage, whether the material is natural or artificial and the function of a completed bag, garment, harness or other article. Start with a precise commercial description and supporting technical details, then compare the heading wording and relevant section and chapter notes. Also review neighboring chapters when the product has been further processed, combined with other materials or made into a more specific finished article.
Classification factors to review
Animal source and material
Distinguish hides, leather, composition leather, natural fur and artificial fur.
Processing stage
Raw, tanned, crust, further prepared and assembled materials follow different parts of these chapters.
Finished article function
Travel goods, apparel, saddlery and other completed products may be classified by their specific use.
