Simply Prepared Rhinoceros Horn

A rhinoceros horn that is unworked or simply cleaned/prepared without cutting to shape, under HTS 0507.90.00.90 for horns. Chapter 5 defines such products as simply prepared animal parts excluding hides or edibles. Legal trade is heavily restricted due to CITES Appendix I status.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽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.

0508.00.00.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If processed into powder or waste

Horn powder specifically falls under 0508 for ground animal substances, separate from unworked forms.

9601.90Lower: 13.7% vs 35%

If cut or shaped for medicinal or ornamental use

Any shaping elevates it to 'worked' status in Chapter 96 for manufactured ivory/horn articles.

3003.90.01Lower: Free vs 35%

If intended for traditional medicine after minimal prep

Mixed or processed for medicinal use shifts to Chapter 30 for pharmaceutical preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Secure advance CITES permits from both exporting and importing countries; US prohibits most rhino horn imports

Document 'simple preparation' status with photos and affidavits to distinguish from worked products