4301.80.02.04 - Of muskrat

This HTS classification, 4301.80.02.04, specifically designates raw, untanned furskins of muskrat. These are whole skins, which may still include the head, tail, and paws, provided they are suitable for use by furriers. The "raw" designation signifies that the skins have not undergone any tanning or dressing processes.

This category is distinct from its siblings by its precise identification of the animal species. While other categories at this level cover raw furskins of hare, rabbit, beaver, nutria, lynx, and other animals, this particular code is exclusively for muskrat. This specificity is crucial for accurate import and export declaration, as different furskins may be subject to varying trade regulations or tariffs.

As a leaf node, this category has no further subdivisions. Therefore, the focus for classification within 4301.80.02.04 is solely on confirming that the raw furskin is indeed from a muskrat and meets the general criteria of being whole and suitable for furrier's use. Any processing beyond the raw state, such as dressing or tanning, would necessitate classification under a different HTS heading.