Standard International Trade Classification
U.S. imports of Collectors' Pieces of Zoological, Botanical, Mineralogical & Related Interest (SITC 89650) totaled $31.8M in August 2026, imported from 156 countries.
Importers of Collectors' Pieces of Zoological, Botanical, Mineralogical & Related Interest paid $24K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 0.07% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Collectors' Pieces of Zoological, Botanical, Mineralogical & Related Interest imports of $31.8M in August 2026 ran 14% above the year-to-date monthly average of $27.8M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataNatural history specimens, anatomical preparations, mineralogical samples, archaeological artifacts, and numismatic pieces fall under this heading when imported as genuine collectors' items rather than commercial goods. Classification hinges on demonstrating authentic collector or scientific interest, which customs examiners scrutinize closely — a misclassified specimen could face reclassification into a higher-duty category. Certain items in this heading, particularly archaeological artifacts, wildlife specimens, and botanical material, may be subject to CITES permits, the Convention on Cultural Property Implementation Act, or USDA APHIS quarantine requirements depending on their nature and origin.
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1.1K import shipments a month
CBP evaluates factors such as rarity, scientific or historical significance, and whether the item is destined for a museum, research institution, or private collection rather than resale as a raw material or decorative good. Documentation from the exporting institution, provenance records, and appraisals supporting collector status all strengthen the classification claim.
Yes, specimens derived from CITES-listed species — including certain shells, bones, insects, and plant material — require CITES export and import permits regardless of their classification as collectors' pieces. USDA APHIS Wildlife Services and the US Fish & Wildlife Service jointly administer these requirements at the port of entry.
Basic heading 185 of 419 in section 8
Basic heading 89650 · $31.8M of $46.9B
Imports · August 2026
origin
United Kingdom and Germany together supply 46% of it.
customs district
Census does not publish district detail for this classification system.
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Census does not publish state detail for this classification system.
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Census does not publish port detail for this classification system.
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12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $320.6M of Collectors' Pieces of Zoological, Botanical, Mineralogical & Related Interest.
Through August 2026 · exports 11 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.