Hippopotamus Ivory Tusk from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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