Saker Falcon from Mexico
Live Saker Falcons (Falco cherrug), Asian steppe falcons, imported for Middle Eastern-style falconry events. HTS 0106.31.00.00 for birds of prey per legal notes. Vulnerable species needing CITES trade controls.
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
• DNA sexing certificate often required; coordinate with falconry associations
• Pitfall: unregistered hoods/accessories bundled