Personal Black Bear Rug from Germany
Full bearskin rug from black bear killed on Canadian hunt, imported by hunter for cabin decor. Qualifies as game animal killed abroad for noncommercial personal use under HTS 9804.00.55.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• CITES export permit from Canada mandatory; USFWS declaration Form 3-177
• Must accompany hunter personally; no mail order