Cynomolgus Macaque from China
Macaca fascicularis, or cynomolgus macaque, is an Old World monkey extensively used in vaccine development and toxicology studies. It is categorized under HTS 0106.11.00.00 for live primates, separate from microorganisms or heading 9508 animals. Primarily sourced from Southeast Asia for US research institutions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Conduct pre-import blood serology for herpes B virus; use IATA-approved primate transport crates; file VS 17-29 import permit application 30 days prior to shipment