Bearded Dragon Lizard from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
9903.88.157.5%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)
Import Tips
• Verify CITES permits for wild-caught vs captive-bred; use FAA-approved live animal crates for air freight
• Common pitfall: inadequate humidity control causing dehydration en route