Simply Prepared Rhinoceros Horn from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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