Gyrfalcon from Mexico
Live Gyrfalcons (Falco rusticolus), the largest falcons, are Arctic natives imported for elite falconry and breeding. HTS 0106.31.00.00 designates them as birds of prey per official chapter notes excluding microorganisms or game trophies. Prized for speed and plumage variations.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
11.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• CITES Appendix I required; use IATA-compliant live animal containers
• Common issue: incomplete microchip documentation for identification