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U.S. imports of zoological, botanical, mineralogical & paleontological collections (other) (HS 970529) totaled $791K in April 2026, traded with 34 countries.
Importers of Zoological, Botanical, Mineralogical & Paleontological Collections (Other) paid $5K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 1.6% on $286K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataNatural history collectors' pieces not covered by the human specimens or endangered species subheadings — including mineral specimens, insect collections, herbarium sheets, and common fossil material — are classified under tariff line 9705290000 as a residual category within the scientific collections heading. Canada and Peru are leading suppliers to the US under this heading, with Peru's prominence reflecting active trade in mineral specimens from the Andes, one of the world's premier mineralogical sources. While many items in this category enter without special permits, importers should verify that botanical material complies with USDA APHIS phytosanitary requirements and that any animal-derived specimens (insect collections, shells) do not involve CITES-listed species. Mineral specimens are generally unrestricted but may be subject to export controls in the country of origin.
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Dried, properly preserved insect specimens and herbarium sheets generally do not require APHIS import permits, but they must be free of soil, live pests, and plant material that could harbor quarantine pests. APHIS inspectors at the port of entry may examine shipments, and improperly preserved material can be refused entry or treated. Importers should ensure specimens are professionally prepared and accompanied by documentation describing the contents.
Peru's Andes region produces world-class mineral specimens — including rhodochrosite, pyrite, and vanadinite — that are widely traded among collectors and institutions. Peru has cultural patrimony laws that restrict export of certain archaeological and paleontological objects, but mineral specimens are generally exportable with proper commercial documentation. Importers should retain invoices and export records to demonstrate the specimens are mineral rather than archaeological in nature, as CBP may scrutinize shipments from Peru given the country's active cultural property agreements with the US.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HONG KONG | -- | $531K | +$531K |
| SWITZERLAND | -- | $438K | +$438K |
| CHINA | -- | $357K | +$357K |
| NIGER | $171K | -- | -$171K |
| GERMANY | $79K | $54K | -$26K |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9705290000 | COLLECT,ZOOL,BOTAN,MINERAL,ANATOM ETC INTEREST NES | $791K | 1.62% | $5K |
COLLECT,ZOOL,BOTAN,MINERAL,ANATOM ETC INTEREST NES
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9705290000 | COLLECT,ZOOL,BOTAN,MINERAL,ANATOM ETC INTEREST NES | $1.7M |
COLLECT,ZOOL,BOTAN,MINERAL,ANATOM ETC INTEREST NES
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PAINTINGS, DRAWINGS AND PASTELS NOT OVER 100 YEARS
HS 970191
PAINTINGS, DRAWINGS AND PASTELS, OVER 100 YEARS
HS 970121
ORIG SCULPT, STATUARY NOT OV 100 YRS ANY MATERIAL
HS 970390
COLLAGES AND SIM DECORATIVE PLAQUES NOT OV 100 YRS
HS 970199
ORIG SCULPTURE, STATUARY OVER 100 YRS ANY MATERIAL
HS 970310
ANTIQUES OF AN AGE 100 YEARS TO 250 YEARS
HS 970690
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $104K | $715K | +$611K |
| Colorado | $22K | $357K | +$336K |
| California | $24K | $230K | +$206K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, CA | $14K | $711K | +$698K |
| CLEVELAND, OH | $268K | $392K | +$124K |
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | $74K | $239K | +$165K |