Duck Down for Pillows from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify CITES compliance if feathers originate from protected bird species; obtain necessary permits
• Provide lab certificates confirming cleaning, disinfection, and freedom from contaminants like avian influenza
• Label clearly as 'down for stuffing' to avoid misclassification as unworked feathers under 0505.90