Live Mandrill Baboon from Mexico
Live mandrill (Mandrillus sphinx) imported for primate behavior studies in university-affiliated public exhibits. Demonstrates social structure, color signaling, and Old World monkey evolution for educational purposes. Qualifies under 9810.00.70.00 for scientific collections.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include behavioral study protocols from accredited institution proving scientific exhibition intent
• Comply with USDA APHIS primate import regulations including negative TB testing
• Avoid reclassification by ensuring public access; private research disqualifies from this HTS