Live Breeding Ostrich Female

A mature female ostrich (Struthio camelus) imported for breeding purposes to produce offspring on farms. Classified under HTS 0106.33.00.00 as it is a live ostrich, explicitly covered in this subheading for ostriches and emus. Excludes aquatic birds or those in heading 9508.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.8%+17.5%19.3%
🇲🇽Mexico1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇨🇦Canada1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇩🇪Germany1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇯🇵Japan1.8%+10.0%11.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0106.39.01.00Same rate: 19.3%

If emus instead of ostriches

Emus (Dromaius novaehollandiae) are specifically listed separately in the same heading but different subheading.

9802.00.40Lower: 10% vs 19.3%

If personal effects or temporary import

Live animals imported as personal property or for temporary U.S. residence fall under Chapter 98 provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain USDA VS import permit and health certificate verifying disease-free status; arrange quarantine facilities upon arrival; avoid common pitfalls like incomplete CITES documentation if from Appendix II countries