Furskins and artificial fur; manufactures… (chapter 43): which countries import it
Chapter 43 covers raw and tanned furskins, fur clothing and artificial fur products. Main importers are China, Cambodia and Thailand. EU exporters must…
Published on 15 September 2026Updated on 27 September 2026
Chapter 43 covers raw and tanned furskins, fur clothing and artificial fur products. Main importers are China, Cambodia and Thailand. EU exporters must comply with CITES, animal welfare standards and labelling rules. Tariffs vary by destination and product type.
Fact sheet
- Code
- 43
- Sector
- Fashion and Textiles
Main importing markets
USD · 2024| Country | Imports (USD) |
|---|---|
| China | 839,401,375 |
| Cambodia | 429,047,592 |
| Thailand | 205,164,984 |
| Finland | 189,916,890 |
| Italy | 180,680,111 |
| United States | 166,089,051 |
| France | 130,808,812 |
| South Korea | 110,415,657 |
| Germany | 90,669,813 |
| United Kingdom | 64,612,299 |
| Greece | 61,983,042 |
| Hong Kong SAR China | 56,888,761 |
| Japan | 49,349,194 |
| Türkiye | 44,138,925 |
| Portugal | 37,961,043 |
Imports declared by each country from the world. Countries report with a delay: the period is the latest with consolidated data.
Source: UN ComtradeData for 2024Verified on 27 September 2026
Headings in this chapter
- Raw furskins (including heads, tails, paws, other pieces or cuttings, suitable for furriers' use), excluding raw hides and skins of heading no. 4101, 4102 or 4103Heading 4301
- Tanned or dressed furskins (including heads, tails, paws, other pieces, cuttings), unassembled, or assembled (without addition of other materials), excluding those of heading no. 4303Heading 4302
- Articles of apparel, clothing accessories and other articles of furskinHeading 4303
- Artificial fur and articles thereofHeading 4304
Trade fairs in this sector
- LINEAPELLE
- MICAM Milano
- MOMAD, Salón Internacional de Moda, Calzado y Accesorios
- Pitti Immagine Uomo
- Première Vision Paris
- Techtextil
- Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris
What you need to know to export furskins and fur products
Chapter 43 groups four product lines: raw furskins, tanned or dressed furs, fur clothing and accessories, and artificial fur items. Each has different tariff rates and import requirements depending on the destination market.
Artificial fur products face lower regulatory barriers but must comply with textile labelling rules. Composition must be declared on the label in the language of the destination market.
China, Cambodia and Thailand are the world's largest importers of raw and processed furskins. Markets differ: China imports mainly raw material for domestic processing; Cambodia and Thailand focus on semi-finished and finished products. Research your target buyer's supply chain position before approaching.
Common questions about exporting Chapter 43 products
Do I need a CITES permit to export furskins from Spain?
Yes, for most wild furskins. You must apply to the Spanish CITES Management Authority before export. Farm-raised furs may be exempt depending on the species and destination; check with your customs broker or the CITES authority for your specific skin type.
Can I export cat or dog fur products?
No. The EU bans the import and export of cat and dog furs. Any product containing these materials cannot be legally exported from Spain to any destination.
Are artificial fur products easier to export than real fur?
Artificial furs face fewer regulatory barriers because CITES does not apply. However, they must still comply with textile labelling and safety standards in each destination market. Tariffs may be lower than for real fur products, depending on the importer's classification.
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