Barn Owl from China
Live Barn Owls (Tyto alba) are nocturnal birds of prey imported for pest control programs and zoo exhibits. HTS 0106.31.00.00 covers owls as raptors, per Chapter 1 definitions. Famous for heart-shaped facial discs aiding silent hunting.
Duty Rate — China → United States
21.8%
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
• APHIS pre-approval for quarantine station; nocturnal shipping schedules to minimize stress
• Ensure EU-equivalent health standards if from Europe