Live Guinea Pig from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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