Purebred Labrador Retriever Puppy from China
A live purebred Labrador Retriever puppy imported for breeding or pet purposes, classified under HTS 0106.19.91.20 as other live dogs excluding those for laboratory use. This falls within Chapter 1 for live animals, specifically mammals other than primates, horses, or zoo animals. Proper health and veterinary certificates are essential for importation.
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
• Obtain a USDA VS 17-29 Import Health Certificate verifying rabies vaccination and freedom from diseases
• Comply with state quarantine rules; some require 30-day isolation upon arrival
• Avoid misclassification as laboratory animals to prevent higher duties or restrictions