Live Wild Turkeys from Japan
Live Eastern wild turkeys (Meleagris gallopavo silvestris) imported for reintroduction to historical range states. This HTS code applies to game turkeys specifically imported for liberation to restore wild populations depleted by historic overhunting.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include genetic analysis confirming subspecies compatibility with release areas
• Arrange pre-release quarantine facilities approved by state wildlife veterinarians
• Avoid delays by providing complete release program documentation at entry