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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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0105Same rate: 17.5%

If each duck weighs more than 185g

Weight threshold determines subheading within ducks; heavier birds classified separately.

0106Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If for direct slaughter import

Poultry for immediate slaughter moves to Chapter 01 heading 0106.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Vaccination records against Newcastle disease must accompany shipment per APHIS requirements

• Use ventilated crates meeting IATA Live Animals Regulations to prevent mortality during transit

• Declare exact age and weight; ducklings over 185g may shift to different subheading

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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.