Golden Eagle from Germany
Live Golden Eagles (Aquila chrysaetos) are majestic raptors imported for falconry, educational displays, or reintroduction programs. HTS 0106.31.00.00 covers birds of prey like eagles, hawks, and falcons, separate from other live birds. They demand specialized transport crates and veterinary oversight.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include APHIS Form 7001 health certificate; comply with state falconry regulations post-import
• Pitfall: overlooking temperature-controlled shipping leading to stress mortality
• Register with USFWS Migratory Bird Permit Office