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Live Ostrich for Leather Production from Japan

Live ostrich (Struthio camelus) raised for eventual hide harvest in leather industry. HTS 0106.33.00.00 covers live import stage, prior to slaughter.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Document end-use as grower stock, not slaughter; comply with hide traceability regs; avoid overfeeding during transit to prevent health issues