Live Snow Leopard from China
Live snow leopard (Panthera uncia) for high-altitude carnivore ecology exhibit in zoological park. Teaches about Central Asian predator adaptations and conservation. Qualifies under HTS 9810.00.70.00 scientific collections provision.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• CITES Appendix I documentation mandatory; prove conservation breeding program participation
• Institution letter required specifying exhibit's educational/scientific programming
• Quarantine facility must meet Snow Leopard Network veterinary standards