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Raw Hippopotamus Ivory Tusk from Japan

An unworked hippopotamus canine tusk, simply cleaned but intact. Falls under HTS 0507.90.00 as hippopotamus tusks are defined as ivory in the notes. Popular for artisanal tool handles.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Ensure CITES Appendix II listing compliance with export quotas

Label as 'hippo ivory' not 'bone' to match tariff description

Watch for partner government inspections at ports

Raw Hippopotamus Ivory Tusk from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0507.90.00