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
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If emus instead of ostriches
Emus (Dromaius novaehollandiae) are specifically listed separately in the same heading but different subheading.
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
Related Products under HTS 0106.33.00.00
Live Ratite Mixed Ostrich-Emu
Mixed shipment of live ostriches and emus for diversified farm stock. HTS 0106.33.00.00 covers both species in this subheading.
Live Ostrich Breeding Stock
Select live ostriches (Struthio camelus) as foundation breeding stock for U.S. farms. HTS 0106.33.00.00 for ostriches, not purebred-specific unless certified.
Live Juvenile Emu Male
A young male emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) under one year old, suitable for farm rearing or breeding stock. Falls under HTS 0106.33.00.00 as it explicitly includes emus, distinguishing from other birds like poultry.
Live Ostrich Chick
Newly hatched ostrich chick (Struthio camelus) for farm integration into breeding or meat production programs. HTS 0106.33.00.00 covers all live ostriches regardless of age, excluding fish or cultured products.
Live Emu Breeding Pair
A mated pair of adult emus (Dromaius novaehollandiae) imported together for reproduction on U.S. ranches. Classified as live emus under HTS 0106.33.00.00, treated as individual animals despite set packaging.
Live Mature Ostrich Male
Adult male ostrich (Struthio camelus) over 2 years old for ostrich farm operations including feather or meat production. HTS 0106.33.00.00 specifically for ostriches, separate from poultry in 0105.