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Live Cottontail Rabbits from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Verify disease testing for tularemia and rabbit hemorrhagic disease

Coordinate with state trapping seasons to time releases appropriately