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Tortoise Shell Unworked from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

CITES documentation essential; most hawksbill turtle shell prohibited in US

Prove 'simple preparation' with processing logs

Tortoise Shell Unworked from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0507.90.00.90