Pekin Ducklings from Japan
Live Pekin ducklings weighing not more than 185 grams, typically 1-2 days old, imported for meat production or breeding purposes. These young ducks fall under HTS 0105.13.00.00 as live poultry of the duck kind under the specified weight threshold per chapter notes excluding fish and aquatic invertebrates.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain USDA VS import permit and health certificate verifying disease-free status from origin country
• Comply with avian influenza testing requirements; declare exact age and weight to avoid reclassification
• Use APHIS-approved quarantine facilities if required; common pitfall is incomplete veterinary documentation