Live Pet Gerbil from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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