White Goose Down

White goose down consists of the soft undercoat feathers from geese, cleaned and disinfected but not further processed. It falls under HTS 0505.10.00.65 as down used for stuffing in bedding and apparel, meeting the criteria of being not further worked than cleaned or treated for preservation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0505.10.00Same rate: 17.5%

If of ostrich

Ostrich feathers/down are specifically classified under a separate subheading within the same heading for stuffing use.

0409.00.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If natural honey

Bird products like honey from hives fall under Chapter 4 as edible, explicitly excluded from Chapter 5.

0505.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If powder or waste of feathers

Processed into powder or waste form shifts classification to the 'other' subheading beyond cleaned down.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify species origin and provide CITES documentation if from protected birds to avoid import restrictions

Ensure certification of cleaning/disinfection processes to confirm not further worked beyond HTS requirements

Label packages clearly with down content percentage and fill power for accurate classification and buyer trust