Vervet Monkey from Japan
Chlorocebus pygerythrus, the African green or vervet monkey, serves as a model for HIV/AIDS and neuropharmacology research. Falls under HTS 0106.11.00.00 as live primates per the mammal subheading. Commonly imported from Caribbean breeding colonies for US biomedical use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Screen for SIV status via PCR testing; ensure end-user statement from NIH-funded labs; budget for 45-day CDC quarantine at Class 2 facilities