US Tariffs on Raw Hides and Skins from South Korea — 10% (2026)

Importers sourcing raw hides and skins from South Korea face specific tariff considerations, with approximately $169B in total bilateral trade.

Following the Supreme Court's landmark February 20, 2026 decision striking down IEEPA tariffs, imports of raw hides and skins from South Korea are now subject to a 10% tariff under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, effective February 24, 2026.

This 10% rate has a built-in expiration: Section 122 limits presidential tariff authority to 150 days, meaning the tariff expires approximately July 24, 2026 without congressional renewal.

Raw Hides and Skins (HTS Chapter 41) carry an average MFN duty rate of 2.4% in addition to the Section 122 tariff. No additional Section 232 or Section 301 surcharges apply to most products in this category from South Korea.

South Korea is party to the KORUS, which may provide preferential or duty-free access for qualifying raw hides and skins. Importers should verify rules of origin requirements to take advantage of preferential rates.

Key products in HTS Chapter 41 imported from South Korea include Bovine leather, Sheepskin leather, Goatskin leather, Reptile leather, Chamois leather, and Patent leather.