Live Bottlenose Dolphin
Tursiops truncatus, a common species of dolphin from the order Cetacea, used primarily for marine research and aquarium exhibits. This HTS code applies specifically to live mammals of the Cetacea order, excluding fish or aquatic invertebrates as per Chapter 1 notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for laboratory research use
Other live mammals not specified elsewhere may classify under 0106.19 if not fitting exact Cetacea/Sirenia/Pinnipedia descriptions, per subheading structure.
If US-origin animal returning after temporary export
Chapter 98 covers US goods returning, applicable to live animals previously exported from the US.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain CITES Appendix II export permit from origin country and USFWS import permit; ensure veterinary health certificate confirming disease-free status
• Comply with Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) reporting; avoid common pitfalls like inadequate transport tanks leading to stress mortality
Related Products under HTS 0106.12.01.00
Live Walrus
Odobenus rosmarus, a large pinniped mammal with tusks, imported for Arctic research and zoo conservation programs. Fits 0106.12.01.00 as a live Pinnipedia suborder mammal.
Live Dugong
Dugong dugon, a sirenian sea cow species, for marine protected area breeding initiatives. Covered under Sirenia order in HTS 0106.12.01.00, excluding microorganisms.
Live Beluga Whale
Delphinapterus leucas, white whale of Cetacea, for polar research facilities. Specific to live Cetaceans under this code.
Live Gray Seal
Halichoerus grypus, northern Pinniped seal for rehab programs.
Live West Indian Manatee
Trichechus manatus latirostris subspecies for Florida rehab.
Live Orca Killer Whale
Orcinus orca, the largest dolphin species in the Cetacea order, imported for zoological parks and scientific studies on marine mammal behavior. Falls under 0106.12.01.00 as a live Cetacean mammal, distinct from fish per Chapter 1 exclusions.