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U.S. imports of down and feathers for stuffing, cleaned or treated (HS 050510) totaled $3.1M in April 2026, traded with 12 countries.
Importers of Down and Feathers for Stuffing, Cleaned or Treated paid $310K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $3.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Down and Feathers for Stuffing, Cleaned or Treated imports of $3.1M in April 2026 ran 22% below the year-to-date monthly average of $4.0M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataCleaned, disinfected, or preservation-treated feathers and down used as stuffing material—the primary fill for bedding, outerwear, and outdoor gear—are split across five 10-digit lines that distinguish feathers meeting a specific Federal Standard from those that do not (0505100050 vs. 0505100060, and 0505100055 vs. 0505100065). Vietnam and China together dominate US supply, reflecting the concentration of global down processing in Southeast and East Asia. USDA APHIS biosecurity requirements apply to feather and down imports, and shipments must meet treatment standards to prevent the introduction of avian pathogens.
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The US tariff schedule distinguishes feathers and down that meet a specific Federal Standard for cleanliness and fill power from those that do not, placing them in separate 10-digit lines. The Federal Standard sets minimum requirements for cleanliness, oxygen number, and fill power. Importers should obtain laboratory test results from suppliers confirming compliance with the applicable standard to support the correct tariff line classification.
USDA APHIS oversees the importation of feathers and down from a biosecurity standpoint, particularly to prevent the introduction of avian influenza and Newcastle disease. Shipments must generally be cleaned and treated (heat-treated or chemically disinfected) in accordance with APHIS requirements, and importers may need to provide treatment certificates. Consult a licensed customs broker or APHIS directly for current admissibility conditions, as requirements can vary by country of origin.
Monthly import values over time
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0505100055 | DOWN, MEETING FEDERAL STANDARD | $1.6M | 10.00% | $159K |
| 0505100050 | FEATHERS FOR STUFFING, MEETING FEDERAL STANDARD | $1.4M | 10.00% | $144K |
| 0505100060 | FEATHERS,CLEANED, DISINFECTED TREAT FOR PRES,NESOI | $48K | 13.05% | $6K |
| 0505100065 | DOWN,CLEANED, DISINFECTD TREAT FOR PRSRVATON,NESOI | $9K | 17.50% | $2K |
DOWN, MEETING FEDERAL STANDARD
FEATHERS FOR STUFFING, MEETING FEDERAL STANDARD
FEATHERS,CLEANED, DISINFECTED TREAT FOR PRES,NESOI
DOWN,CLEANED, DISINFECTD TREAT FOR PRSRVATON,NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0505100000 | FEATHERS OF A KIND USED FOR STUFFING; DOWN | $1.8M |
FEATHERS OF A KIND USED FOR STUFFING; DOWN
138.3K kg
DEAD HORSES, SWINE ETC (INEDIBLE) & PRODUCTS NESOI
HS 051199
PRODUCTS & DEAD FISH, MOLLUSCS ETC, INEDIBLE NESOI
HS 051191
ANIMAL (NOT FISH) GUTS, BLADDERS, STOMACHS & PARTS
HS 050400
BOVINE SEMEN
HS 051110
POWDER AND WASTE OF BONES AND HORN-CORES, NESOI
HS 050690
AMBERGRIS, CASTOREUM ETC; GLANDS ETC FOR PHARMACY
HS 051000
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $754K | $1.1M | +$366K |
| Ohio | $1.2M | $47K | -$1.2M |
| North Carolina | $736K | $113K | -$623K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $478K | $977K | +$499K |
| CHARLESTON, SC | $846K | -- | -$846K |
| LONG BEACH, CA | $509K | $95K | -$414K |