Live Arctic Fox
A live Alopex lagopus, the Arctic fox, typically imported for fur farming or zoological collections. Classified under HTS 0106.19.30.00 as foxes, part of other live mammals not covered by prior headings.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for pure-bred breeding stock in fur production
Pure-bred breeding foxes qualify for the breeding animals subheading, often with duty-free treatment.
If articles assembled abroad by U.S. residents with U.S. components
Special chapter 98 provisions apply to certain live animals assembled or trained abroad under specific programs.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Secure APHIS VS 17-29 import permit and ensure pre-entry quarantine arrangements at approved facilities
• Provide proof of legal export from origin country, including microchip identification for traceability
• Watch for pitfalls in seasonal import restrictions due to breeding cycles or weather-related health risks
Related Products under HTS 0106.19.30.00
Live Red Fox
A live Vulpes vulpes, commonly known as the red fox, imported for breeding or research purposes. This product falls under HTS 0106.19.30.00 as it is specifically classified as foxes within the 'other mammals' category of live animals, excluding specified exceptions like fish or microorganisms.
Live Blue Fox
A live blue phase Arctic fox used primarily in commercial fur production farms. Directly classified under HTS 0106.19.30.00 for foxes among other live mammals.
Live Silver Fox
A live silver morph fox (Vulpes vulpes), a color variant prized in fur farming, imported alive. This falls under HTS 0106.19.30.00 specifically for foxes as other live mammals.
Live Fennec Fox
A live Vulpes zerda, the fennec fox from North African deserts, imported as exotic pets or for exhibits. HTS 0106.19.30.00 covers all foxes as other live mammals.
Live Kit Fox
A live Vulpes macrotis, the kit fox native to southwestern U.S. and Mexico, imported for conservation or research. HTS 0106.19.30.00 explicitly includes all fox species.
Live Swift Fox
A live Vulpes velox, swift fox, imported for reintroduction programs or zoos. Falls under HTS 0106.19.30.00 as other live fox mammals.