Red-tailed Hawk from Japan
Live Red-tailed Hawks (Buteo jamaicensis) are common North American raptors imported for wildlife rehab centers and education. Classified in HTS 0106.31.00.00 as birds of prey, aligning with live animal chapter excluding aquatic species. Known for their distinctive red tail feathers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit VS 17-29 import permit app 30 days ahead; verify avian influenza-free status
• Pitfall: state-level rehab facility licensing