Unworked Elephant Ivory Tusk from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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