HS 050790

Tortoise-Shell, Whalebone, Horns, Hooves, Claws, Beaks, and Similar Materials (Unworked); Velvet Antler

U.S. imports of tortoise-shell, whalebone, horns, hooves, claws, beaks, and similar materials (unworked); velvet antler (HS 050790) totaled $554K in April 2026, traded with 14 countries.

Last updated: April 2026 data

Velvet antler (0507900010) — harvested from deer before calcification — is a commercially significant product in this heading, traded primarily for use in dietary supplements and traditional medicine markets, with Poland and Canada among the leading US source countries. Tortoise-shell and whalebone are subject to CITES and Marine Mammal Protection Act restrictions respectively, making species identification and documentation critical at entry. The heading also covers unworked horns, hooves, claws, and beaks used as raw materials in button-making, knife handles, and decorative crafts.

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Imports

$554K

from 14 countries · YTD: $1.6M

Exports

$441K

Deficit of $113K (net importer)

Trade balance: deficit of $113K (net importer)

YTD: $1.6M imported (April 2026)

35 shipments/month

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1CANADA

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Geographic Breakdown

DEAD HORSES, SWINE ETC (INEDIBLE) & PRODUCTS NESOI

HS 051199

$48.5M

PRODUCTS & DEAD FISH, MOLLUSCS ETC, INEDIBLE NESOI

HS 051191

$6.0M

ANIMAL (NOT FISH) GUTS, BLADDERS, STOMACHS & PARTS

HS 050400

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Frequently Asked Questions

What regulatory requirements apply specifically to velvet antler imports?

Velvet antler classified under 0507900010 is generally not subject to CITES controls when sourced from farmed deer species, but USDA APHIS may impose admissibility conditions based on the disease status of the exporting country. If the antler is intended for use in dietary supplements, FDA labeling and safety requirements for dietary supplement ingredients also apply downstream. Verify current APHIS conditions for the specific origin country before importing.

Why does species identification matter so much for goods classified under heading 050790?

Several materials in this heading — tortoise-shell (from sea turtles), whalebone (from cetaceans), and certain horn products — come from species listed under CITES or protected by US domestic law such as the Marine Mammal Protection Act or Endangered Species Act. Misidentification of species can result in seizure and significant penalties. DNA testing or certified documentation of species origin is advisable for any ambiguous material.