Live Budgerigar from Mexico
Budgerigars, or budgies (Melopsittacus undulatus), are small parakeets imported live as inexpensive pet birds that can mimic speech. They qualify under HTS 0106.39.0100 as other live birds.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
11.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Ship in ventilated IATA-approved containers with food and water provisions
• Avoid peak heat seasons to prevent mortality during transit
• Cross-check against USFWS prohibited species lists before importing