Live Cottontail Rabbits from Germany
Live New England cottontail rabbits (Sylvilagus transitionalis) imported for release in northeastern states to bolster native populations. Classified under 9817.00.70.00 as game animals for U.S. stocking to support rabbit hunting and ecosystem balance.
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 disease testing for tularemia and rabbit hemorrhagic disease
• Coordinate with state trapping seasons to time releases appropriately