Chapter 0106 — Customs Tariff Headings

Baboon (Olive Baboon)

A live olive baboon (Papio anubis), a large Old World monkey used in cardiovascular and infectious disease research. It falls under tariff item 0106.11.00 as a live primate mammal.

A live white-faced capuchin monkey (Cebus capucinus), a New World primate species. This animal is imported for cognitive and tool-use behavioral studies, and falls under tariff item 0106.11.00 as a live primate mammal.

Common Marmoset

A live common marmoset (Callithrix jacchus), a small New World monkey used in neuroscience and genetic research. It is classified as a live primate mammal under tariff item 0106.11.00.

Cynomolgus Macaque

A live cynomolgus macaque (Macaca fascicularis), an Old World monkey used in vaccine development and toxicology studies. This primate falls under tariff item 0106.11.00 as a live mammal.

Rhesus Macaque Monkey

A live rhesus macaque (Macaca mulatta), a medium-sized primate widely used in biomedical research. It is classified as a live primate mammal under tariff item 0106.11.00.

Squirrel Monkey

A live squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus), a New World primate used in visual neuroscience and reproductive biology research. It falls under tariff item 0106.11.00 as a live primate mammal.

Tamarin (Golden Lion Tamarin)

A live golden lion tamarin (Leontopithecus rosalia), an endangered New World primate imported for conservation breeding programs. It is classified as a live primate under tariff item 0106.11.00.

Vervet Monkey

A live vervet monkey (Chlorocebus pygerythrus), an Old World primate used in HIV/AIDS and neuropharmacology research. It is classified as a live primate mammal under tariff item 0106.11.00.

Live Beluga Whale

A live Beluga Whale (Delphinapterus leucas), a white whale of the order Cetacea, imported for polar research facilities. This live mammal falls under tariff item 0106.12.00, which covers whales, dolphins and porpoises of the order Cetacea.

Live Bottlenose Dolphin

A live Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus), a common species of dolphin from the order Cetacea, used for marine research and aquarium exhibits. This live mammal is covered by tariff item 0106.12.00, which includes dolphins and porpoises.

Live California Sea Lion

A live California Sea Lion (Zalophus californianus), an eared seal of the Pinnipedia suborder, imported for educational displays and behavioral research. This live mammal falls under tariff item 0106.12.00, which covers seals, sea lions and walruses.

Live Dugong

A live Dugong (Dugong dugon), a sirenian sea cow species, imported for marine protected area breeding initiatives. This live mammal is covered by tariff item 0106.12.00, which includes manatees and dugongs of the order Sirenia.

Live Gray Seal

A live Gray Seal (Halichoerus grypus), a northern pinniped seal imported for rehabilitation programs. This live mammal falls under tariff item 0106.12.00, which covers seals of the suborder Pinnipedia.

Live Harbor Seal

A live Harbor Seal (Phoca vitulina), a true seal of the Pinnipedia suborder, used in marine biology research and public aquariums. This live mammal is covered by tariff item 0106.12.00, which includes seals.

Live Manatee

A live Manatee (Trichechus manatus), a herbivorous marine mammal of the Sirenia order, imported for conservation breeding programs and rehabilitation centers. This live mammal falls under tariff item 0106.12.00, which covers manatees.

Live Orca Killer Whale

A live Orca Killer Whale (Orcinus orca), the largest dolphin species in the Cetacea order, imported for zoological parks and scientific studies on marine mammal behavior. This live mammal is covered by tariff item 0106.12.00, which includes whales and dolphins.

Live Walrus

A live Walrus (Odobenus rosmarus), a large pinniped mammal with tusks, imported for Arctic research and zoo conservation programs. This live mammal falls under tariff item 0106.12.00, which covers walruses of the suborder Pinnipedia.

Live West Indian Manatee

A live West Indian Manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris), a subspecies of manatee imported for rehabilitation and conservation programs. This live mammal falls under tariff item 0106.12.00, which covers manatees of the order Sirenia.

Alpaca

A live alpaca (Vicugna pacos) raised for its fine, hypoallergenic fleece used in high-end textiles. This camelid falls under tariff item 0106.13.00 as a member of the Camelidae family, regardless of breed or purpose.

Bactrian Camel

A live Bactrian camel (Camelus bactrianus) adapted to cold desert environments, used for packing, wool, or tourism. As a member of the Camelidae family, it is classified under tariff item 0106.13.00.

Breeding Llama Pair

A pair of registered breeding llamas imported together for herd expansion. Each llama is a live camelid under tariff item 0106.13.00; the pair is counted by head, not as a set.

Cama Hybrid

A live cama hybrid (camel-llama cross) bred for research or novelty. As a Camelidae member, it is classified under tariff item 0106.13.00, with no special provisions for hybrids.

Dromedary Camel

A live Dromedary camel (Camelus dromedarius) used for transportation, racing, or milk production in arid regions. This single-humped camel is a Camelidae member, classified under tariff item 0106.13.00.

Guanaco

A live guanaco (Lama guanicoe), the wild ancestor of llamas, imported for conservation breeding programs. As a Camelidae species, it falls under tariff item 0106.13.00, subject to CITES Appendix II controls.

Huacaya Alpaca

A live Huacaya alpaca with dense, crimpy fleece ideal for yarn production. This specific breed within Camelidae is classified under tariff item 0106.13.00, with no breed-level distinctions.

Llama

A live South American llama (Lama glama) bred for packing, fiber production, or as a guard animal for livestock. This Camelidae species is explicitly covered by tariff item 0106.13.00.

Suri Alpaca

A live Suri alpaca producing silky, pencil-like fiber prized for luxury garments. As a Camelidae member, it is classified under tariff item 0106.13.00, regardless of fiber type.

Vicuna

A live vicuna (Vicugna vicugna), the smallest camelid, imported under strict CITES controls for fiber production or zoo programs. This Camelidae species falls under tariff item 0106.13.00.

Breeding Mini Rex Rabbit

Live Mini Rex rabbits imported specifically for breeding stock, prized for their velvety fur. These rabbits fall under tariff item 0106.14.00 as live rabbits and hares, with breeding pairs often certified purebred. Their compact size makes them efficient for breeding operations.

Californian Rabbit Breeder Stock

Live Californian rabbits, a meat and fur breed with distinctive black points, imported as breeders. These rabbits are classified under tariff item 0106.14.00 as live rabbits, a hardy breed suited for commercial meat and fur operations. They are valued for their rapid growth and quality pelts.

Domestic European Hare

Live domestic European hares imported for hunting preserves or breeding. Tariff item 0106.14.00 specifically includes hares alongside rabbits, covering these larger lagomorphs. They are used in some meat production and for restocking hunting grounds.

Live Flemish Giant Rabbit

Live Flemish Giant rabbits, a large breed imported primarily for meat production or show purposes. Tariff item 0106.14.00 covers all live rabbits and hares, regardless of size or intended use. These rabbits can weigh over 20 pounds and are known for their gentle temperament.

Meat Production New Zealand White Rabbit

Live New Zealand White rabbits bred for commercial meat production, imported as breeding stock. Tariff item 0106.14.00 encompasses these common farm rabbits known for high yield and white pelts. They are widely used in agriculture globally and are a staple in commercial rabbitries.

Pet Holland Lop Rabbit

A popular pet breed, the Holland Lop rabbit with distinctive floppy ears, imported live. Falls under tariff item 0106.14.00 for live rabbits intended as companion animals. Known for their docile nature and small size, ideal for households and pet shows.

Purebred Netherland Dwarf Rabbit

A small, purebred Netherland Dwarf rabbit imported live for breeding or as a pet. Classified under tariff item 0106.14.00 as it falls within the category of live rabbits, distinct from other mammals. These rabbits are typically kept for their compact size and friendly disposition.

Purebred Rex Rabbit

Live purebred Rex rabbits imported for their short, plush guard-hair fur used in textiles. Under tariff item 0106.14.00 for live rabbits, valued in fur farming. Distinct mutation gives uniform fur texture, making them sought after for high-quality pelts.

Show Quality Lionhead Rabbit

Live Lionhead rabbits with distinctive mane-like fur, imported for competitive showing. Classified in tariff item 0106.14.00 as live rabbits, emphasizing their exhibition quality. Popular in rabbit shows for unique appearance and friendly temperament.

Live Arctic Fox

A live Arctic fox (Alopex lagopus), imported for fur farming, zoological collections, or research. This mammal is not covered by headings 01.01 to 01.05 and falls under 'other live animals' in heading 01.06.

Live Binturong

A live binturong (Arctictis binturong), a viverrid from Southeast Asia, imported primarily for zoological collections. This mammal is not covered by headings 01.01 to 01.05 and falls under 'other live animals' in heading 01.06.

Live Blue Fox

A live blue phase Arctic fox, a color variant of Vulpes lagopus, imported for commercial fur production. This mammal is not classified under headings 01.01 to 01.05 and is included in 'other live animals' of heading 01.06.

Live Capybara

A live capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris), the world's largest rodent from South America, imported for pets, zoos, or meat production. This mammal is not classified under headings 01.01 to 01.05 and is included in 'other live animals' of heading 01.06.