Mounted African Cape Buffalo Head from Germany
A professionally mounted head of a Cape buffalo taken during a personal big game hunt in Africa, brought back by the hunter for home display. Qualifies under 9804.00.55 as noncommercial game trophy imported by the individual who killed it.
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
• CITES Appendix II permit required for African buffalo; carry original hunting tags and trophy export certificate
• Declare at first port of entry with proof of personal kill (guide affidavit, photos); avoid bonded transport