Dried Civet Musk Secretions from Germany
Dried musk perique from civet anal glands, valued in perfumery and traditional medicine for its fixative properties. Falls under HTS 0510.00.40.20 as other animal secretions used in pharmaceutical products, dried for preservation. Ethical farming sources ensure sustainability.
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
• Verify humane sourcing certificates to meet US ethical import standards
• Test for bacterial contamination as civet products are prone to microbial growth
• Declare exact species (e.g
• Viverricula indica) to avoid CITES scrutiny