Live Guinea Fowl
Live guinea fowl (Numida meleagris) imported for breeding, meat production, or exhibition purposes. This product falls under HTS 0105.99.00.00 as 'other' live poultry not specifically enumerated as chickens, ducks, geese, or turkeys within the heading 0105 category.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported solely for immediate slaughter
Live animals imported for slaughter within 72 hours fall under heading 0106, not for breeding or fattening.
If classified as a type of turkey or hybrid
Guinea fowl sometimes debated as guinea subspecies of turkey; specific identification shifts to 0105.94.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain a VS 17-29 Import Health Certificate from USDA APHIS prior to shipment to verify disease-free status
• Ensure compliance with state quarantine regulations; some areas restrict guinea fowl due to avian influenza risks
• Avoid misclassification by providing breed-specific documentation to distinguish from turkeys or game birds
Related Products under HTS 0105.99.00.00
Live Pekin Ducklings
Young Pekin ducklings (Anas platyrhynchos domesticus) under 8 weeks old, imported for commercial meat or egg production farms. Classified under HTS 0105.99.00.00 as 'other' live ducks not weighing over 185g individually.
Breeding Geese Pairs
Mature breeding pairs of Embden or Toulouse geese imported for flock expansion on goose farms. Falls under HTS 0105.99.00.00 as 'other' live geese suitable for propagation.
Live Turkey Poults
Day-old Broad Breasted White turkey poults for meat production growers. HTS 0105.99.00.00 covers these as 'other' live turkeys not meeting specific weight criteria.
Exhibition Silkie Chickens
Live Silkie bantam chickens imported for poultry shows and heritage breeding programs. As ornamental chickens not for meat production, classified under HTS 0105.99.00.00 'other' category.
Live Muscovy Ducks
Muscovy ducks (Cairina moschata) imported for multi-purpose farming including pest control and meat. HTS 0105.99.00.00 as 'other' ducks distinct from mallard-derived breeds.
Heritage Breed Guinea Keets
Lavender and pearl guinea fowl keets (young under 12 weeks) for sustainable farm pest control. 'Other' live guineas under HTS 0105.99.00.00 for non-commercial weights.