Duck Down for Pillows

Cleaned and disinfected duck down feathers used primarily for stuffing pillows and duvets. This product falls under HTS 0505.10.00 as it consists of down of a kind specifically used for stuffing, processed only to the extent of cleaning and preservation treatment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

0505.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If not specifically for stuffing use

Feathers or down not designated for stuffing purposes fall under the residual subheading for other cleaned feathers.

6701.00.30Higher: 39.7% vs 17.5%

If made into artificial flowers or ornaments

Processed feathers further worked into decorative articles like plumes shift to Chapter 67 for worked feathers.

0409.00.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If Natural honeycombs with adhering feathers are classified as honey products, not feather down.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify CITES compliance if feathers originate from protected bird species; obtain necessary permits

β€’ Provide lab certificates confirming cleaning, disinfection, and freedom from contaminants like avian influenza

β€’ Label clearly as 'down for stuffing' to avoid misclassification as unworked feathers under 0505.90