Unworked Elephant Ivory Tusk from Japan
A natural elephant tusk that is unworked or simply prepared, such as cleaned but not cut to shape. It falls under HTS 0507.90.00 as unworked ivory, explicitly defined as elephant tusks in the chapter notes. This product is regulated due to CITES protections for endangered species.
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
• Obtain CITES export/import permits from relevant wildlife authorities before shipping
• Verify country-specific restrictions on ivory imports, as many nations ban commercial trade
• Provide detailed documentation proving the ivory is antique (pre-1975) if applicable for exemptions