Grey Duck Down from China
Grey duck down is the fluffy under plumage from ducks, merely cleaned and preserved without additional working. Classified under HTS 0505.10.00.65 for its use in stuffing pillows, comforters, and winter clothing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain lab tests confirming no chemical treatments beyond disinfection to stay within 'not further worked' scope
• Declare exact bird species and harvest method to comply with wildlife import regulations
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as 'feathers' which could shift to other subheadings