Eiderdown from Canada
Eiderdown is premium down from eider ducks, cleaned and disinfected for preservation but otherwise unworked. It qualifies for HTS 0505.10.00.65 as down of a kind used for stuffing high-end duvets and pillows.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Check for CITES Appendix listing on eider species and secure export permits from source country
• Use breathable packaging to prevent clumping during transit, maintaining 'not further worked' status
• Document fill power and cluster size to support valuation and classification claims