Blue-Fronted Amazon Parrot from Germany
The Blue-fronted Amazon (Amazona aestiva) is a vibrant green parrot with blue forehead markings, popular in the pet trade from South America. Classified under HTS 0106.32.00.00 for live Psittaciformes. Subject to strict wildlife regulations.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify CITES Appendix II listing and obtain non-detriment finding from origin country
• Use IATA-compliant crates to prevent stress during air transport
• Declare all birds at CBP inspection to avoid penalties for non-disclosure