Tamarin (Golden Lion Tamarin) from China

Leontopithecus rosalia, the golden lion tamarin, while endangered, has captive-bred specimens imported for conservation breeding programs. Classified under HTS 0106.11.00.00 as live primates. Supports zoo and reintroduction efforts.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)

Import Tips

Apply for USFWS CITES Appendix I import permit 90 days advance; genetic pedigree documentation required; limit to AZA-accredited zoos