One-Week-Old Guinea Keets

Guinea fowl keets (chicks) at one week of age, weighing approximately 100-150 grams, used in organic farming or as pest control in agriculture. Classified under HTS 0105.15.00.00 due to their guinea fowl species and weight not exceeding 185 grams. Excludes fish or aquatic animals per Chapter 01 notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0105.11.00Same rate: 17.5%

If misidentified as chickens

Chickens under 185g fall under a separate subheading; accurate species identification is critical for guinea fowls.

0106Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If purebred breeding stock

Breeding guinea fowls of purebred lines may shift to Chapter 01 breeding animal provisions outside standard poultry headings.

0105.99.00.00Same rate: 17.5%

If grown beyond 185g weight

Weight exceeding 185g at time of import moves classification to the 'other' guinea fowl subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide import permit from USDA APHIS and VS 17-29 form for avian imports; declare exact age and weight on entry documents

β€’ Avoid common pitfalls like inadequate ventilation during shipping which can lead to mortality and penalties

Related Products under HTS 0105.15.00.00

Day-Old Guinea Fowl Chicks

Newly hatched guinea fowl chicks weighing not more than 185 grams, typically imported for poultry farming or breeding purposes. These live birds fall under HTS 0105.15.00.00 as young guinea fowls in the specified weight category within the live poultry chapter. They are distinct from mature birds or other poultry species.

Two-Week-Old Pearl Guinea Fowl Chicks

Pearl variety guinea fowl chicks at two weeks old, weighing under 185 grams, imported for farm rearing or exhibition. HTS 0105.15.00.00 applies specifically to live guinea fowls not exceeding this weight, as per the poultry hierarchy excluding other animals like fish.

Lavender Guinea Fowl Keets Under 185g

Lavender-colored guinea fowl keets weighing not more than 185 grams, sourced for backyard farming and natural tick control. This HTS 0105.15.00.00 classification targets young guinea fowls, aligning with Chapter 01 notes excluding microorganisms or aquatic species.

White Guinea Fowl Chicks for Farming

White variety day-old to young guinea fowl chicks under 185 grams, imported for commercial meat or egg production farms. Falls under HTS 0105.15.00.00 as live poultry guinea fowls in the light weight category, per official hierarchy.

Pied Guinea Keets 100-180g

Pied (mottled) guinea fowl keets weighing 100-180 grams, ideal for free-range pest control operations. HTS 0105.15.00.00 covers these young live guinea fowls, excluding Chapter 95 toys or Chapter 30 cultures.

Royal Purple Guinea Fowl Chicks

Royal purple feathered guinea fowl chicks under 185 grams, imported for specialty breeding programs. Precisely matches HTS 0105.15.00.00 for light-weight live guinea fowls in the poultry section of Chapter 01.