Hippopotamus Ivory Tusk

Unworked hippopotamus canines classified as ivory under tariff definitions, simply prepared without shaping. These teeth are harvested from hippos and imported in raw form for potential carving or processing.

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.

0502.90.00.00Same rate: 17.5%

If tusks from non-specified ivory animals like deer antlers

Tariff specifies only certain tusks as ivory; other animal horns/antlers fall under 0502 unworked.

9601.90Lower: 13.7% vs 17.5%

If shaped into worked articles like carvings

Unworked or simply prepared in 0507; once cut to shape for use, moves to 9601 for carved ivory items.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Obtain CITES Appendix II export/import permits; hippo ivory faces strict quotas in some countries

• Label shipments clearly as 'unworked ivory' to prevent misclassification as finished goods

• Consult USFWS for pre-import clearance to mitigate delays from wildlife inspections