Live Guinea Pig from Germany

A small domesticated rodent commonly kept as a pet, originating from South America. It falls under HTS 0106.19.91 as a live mammal not specifically enumerated elsewhere in heading 0106, such as primates or rodents like hamsters classified separately. These are typically imported for the pet trade.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

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

Import Tips

Obtain a veterinary health certificate confirming the animal is free from infectious diseases, as required by USDA APHIS

Ensure compliance with the Animal Welfare Act; provide proof of adequate housing and care during transport

Avoid misclassification as lab animals under 0106.19.20, which could alter duty rates—declare end use clearly