4301.80.02.80 - Of seal

This HTS category, 4301.80.02.80, specifically classifies raw, untanned furskins of seals. These are whole furskins, which may include the head, tail, or paws, and are suitable for use by furriers in manufacturing. The key characteristic for classification here is the origin animal species – seal.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. While all items at this level fall under "Other furskins, whole, with or without head, tail or paws," this particular code is reserved exclusively for seals. For example, sibling categories like 4301.80.02.01 (hare), 4301.80.02.02 (rabbit), or 4301.80.02.10 (nutria) cover raw furskins from different animal species. The presence of the seal's distinctive fur and hide structure is the defining factor for this classification.

As a leaf node within the HTS, 4301.80.02.80 has no further subdivisions. Therefore, classification under this code requires a definitive identification of the raw furskin as originating from a seal, prepared in a manner suitable for the furrier's trade. It is important to note that this category excludes raw hides and skins falling under headings 4101, 4102, or 4103, which typically refer to specific types of raw hides and skins not primarily valued for their fur.