White Goose Down from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• 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