Red-Eared Slider Turtle from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Secure USDA VS 17-29 import permit and ensure turtles are over 4 inches to comply with US pet import ban exceptions; use insulated shipping boxes
• Watch for Salmonella testing requirements and declare accurately to prevent quarantine