Tortoise Shell Unworked
Raw tortoise scutes or shell, unworked or minimally prepared, not cut to shape, in HTS 0507.90.00.90 for tortoise-shell. Chapter notes confirm inclusion as unprocessed animal products.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +60.0% | 60% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If flattened or cut for inlay
Worked tortoise-shell for decoration goes to Chapter 96.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• CITES documentation essential; most hawksbill turtle shell prohibited in US
• Prove 'simple preparation' with processing logs
Related Products under HTS 0507.90.00.90
Unworked Elephant Ivory Tusk
A raw elephant tusk, unworked or simply prepared but not cut to shape, classified under HTS 0507.90.00.90 as ivory in its natural state. This falls into the 'Other' subheading for unprocessed animal products like ivory, horns, and antlers. It excludes hides, edible products, or textile materials per Chapter 5 notes.
Raw Cow Horn Unworked
Unworked bovine horns, simply prepared by cleaning but not shaped, under HTS 0507.90.00.90 for horns. Fits Chapter 5 for unprocessed animal parts, distinct from horsehair (0511) or hides (Ch. 41).
Horse Hooves Unworked
Unworked equine hooves, simply cleaned, under 0507.90.00.90 for hooves. Excludes horsehair waste (0511).
Bear Claw Unworked
Raw bear claws, unworked, in 0507.90.00.90 for claws.
Whalebone Unworked
Baleen plates from whales, simply prepared, HTS 0507.90.00.90.
Antler Powder Waste
Waste powder from antler processing, under 0507.90.00.90.