Live Pekin Ducklings from Japan
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.
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
• 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