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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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Secure a CFIA import permit and a health certificate from the exporting country

β€’ Check provincial regulations, as some provinces restrict exotic pet ownership

β€’ Ensure the capybara is legally exported from its country of origin