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.
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 certified pre-1975 and for collector/art market
Antique ivory carvings or specimens over 100 years old shift to Chapter 97 for collectibles, not raw materials.
If ground into powder during simple preparation
Powdered form of ivory or horns moves to heading 0508 for specific animal-derived powders and waste.
If cut to shape or minimally worked for carving
Once shaped for further manufacture like jewelry, it becomes 'worked ivory' under Chapter 96.
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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
• Obtain CITES export/import permits due to endangered species status; verify with USFWS for pre-Convention ivory exemptions
• Provide detailed documentation on origin and processing level to avoid misclassification as worked ivory under Chapter 96
• Beware of quotas and prohibitions; non-Appendix I ivory may still require declarations to prevent illegal wildlife trade penalties
Related Products under HTS 0507.90.00.90
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).
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.
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.