Live Pet Gerbil from Germany
Live Mongolian gerbils (Meriones unguiculatus) imported as pets, known for burrowing behavior. Under HTS 0106.19.91.95 as other mammals not hamsters or specific rodents; pet trade excludes research or wild imports.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Health cert must confirm no Salmonella, common in gerbils
• Import permit required; declare pairs for breeding potential
• Avoid single imports if selling as pairs to prevent welfare issues