What are wet hides?

Wet hides are animal skins that have been tanned but not fully dried, retaining a significant amount of moisture. This state is typically used in the leather industry for further processing, as they are more pliable and easier to manipulate than completely dried hides. Wet hides are often packed and transported to tanneries where they undergo additional treatment and finishing. The term may also refer to hides that are preserved in brine or other solutions to prevent decay before processing.