Reptiles (including snakes and turtles)
Other live animals: > Reptiles (including snakes and turtles)
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 0106.20.00.00
Ball Python Snake
A popular pet reptile known for its docile temperament and attractive patterning, the ball python (Python regius) is native to West Africa. It falls under HTS 0106.20.00.00 as a live reptile, specifically a snake, imported for the exotic pet trade. These snakes are typically kept in terrariums with controlled heat and humidity.
Red-Eared Slider Turtle
The red-eared slider (Trachemys scripta elegans) is a common aquatic turtle species from North America, often imported as pets or for breeding. Classified under HTS 0106.20.00.00 as live reptiles including turtles, it requires specific water quality and basking conditions in captivity.
Bearded Dragon Lizard
Pogona vitticeps, the bearded dragon, is an Australian desert lizard popular in the reptile pet market for its hardy nature and interactive behavior. It is imported live under HTS 0106.20.00.00 as reptiles, needing UVB lighting and varied diet.
Leopard Gecko
Eublepharis macularius, the leopard gecko, is a nocturnal ground-dwelling lizard from Pakistan and India, favored for its ease of care in terrariums. HTS 0106.20.00.00 covers this live reptile import for hobbyists.
Corn Snake
Pantherophis guttatus, commonly called corn snake, is a North American colubrid snake bred in captivity for its vibrant colors and calm demeanor as a pet. Imported live under HTS 0106.20.00.00 for reptile enthusiasts.
Crested Gecko
Correlophus ciliatus, the crested gecko from New Caledonia, is a arboreal lizard thriving on fruit-based diets in captivity. This live reptile import is under HTS 0106.20.00.00.
Blue-Tongued Skink
Tiliqua scincoides, blue-tongued skink, is a robust Australian lizard imported for its unique blue tongue and omnivorous diet. Classified as live reptile under HTS 0106.20.00.00.
Green Iguana Hatchling
Iguana iguana juveniles, green iguanas from Central/South America, grow large and require spacious enclosures. HTS 0106.20.00.00 for these live reptile imports.
King Cobra
Ophiophagus hannah, the king cobra, is a venomous snake imported primarily for zoos or antivenom production under strict controls. Live reptile under HTS 0106.20.00.00.
Sulcata Tortoise
Centrochelys sulcata, African spurred tortoise, is a large land tortoise imported as pets or breeders. HTS 0106.20.00.00 for live turtles/reptiles.