Fresh Bonobo Meat from Mexico
Fresh meat from bonobos (Pan paniscus), a type of primate, typically sourced from controlled populations for research or exotic food markets. This falls under HTS 0208.30.00.00 as fresh meat and edible offal of primates, excluding products unfit for human consumption as per chapter notes. It is not covered by headings for unfit meats (0201-0208) or other exclusions like animal blood.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify CITES permits due to endangered status of primates; include full weight of packaging per US notes; subject to USDA APHIS inspection for disease-free certification