Budgerigar Parakeet from Japan
The Budgerigar (Melopsittacus undulatus), or budgie, is a small Australian parakeet kept worldwide as an affordable pet bird. It qualifies under HTS 0106.32.00.00 as a Psittaciformes species. Common in bulk imports for pet stores.
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
• Batch import budgies in groups to minimize stress and shipping costs
• Screen for psittacosis (Chlamydia psittaci) prior to export certification
• Label carriers clearly with 'Live Birds - Fragile' for gentle handling