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SITCSection 8
U.S. imports of bird skins & parts with feathers or down, and articles thereof (SITC 89992) totaled $665K in April 2026, traded with 19 countries.
Importers of Bird Skins & Parts with Feathers or Down, and Articles Thereof paid $225K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 33% on $671K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Bird Skins & Parts with Feathers or Down, and Articles Thereof imports of $665K in April 2026 ran 23% below the year-to-date monthly average of $860K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataWorked bird skins, processed feathers, and down articles — other than worked quills and scapes — are subject to some of the most complex admissibility rules in US trade, primarily through the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and CITES, which restrict or prohibit the import of feathers and skins from many protected species regardless of processing state. USDA APHIS and the US Fish and Wildlife Service both play roles in reviewing shipments, and importers must be able to document species identity to demonstrate that the goods are not derived from protected birds. Commercially traded feathers and down from domesticated species such as geese and ducks for bedding and apparel fill are the most common legitimate trade flow under this heading.
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Feathers and skins from domesticated poultry species — such as geese, ducks, and chickens — are generally permissible. Feathers from migratory birds protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, or from species listed under CITES, are subject to strict import prohibitions or permit requirements. Species identification documentation is essential for any feather shipment. Consult the US Fish and Wildlife Service and a licensed customs broker to confirm admissibility for your specific product.
Importers typically need to provide species identification (common and scientific name), country of origin, and evidence that the birds were legally acquired — such as a CITES permit for listed species or a declaration that the goods are from domesticated, non-protected species. USDA APHIS may also require health documentation for certain animal-origin materials. Incomplete documentation can result in detention or refusal of entry.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHINA | $507K | -- | -$507K |
| SOUTH AFRICA | $104K | -- | -$104K |
| CANADA | -- | $51K | +$51K |
| FRANCE | $27K | -- | -$27K |
| ITALY | $18K | -- | -$18K |
Monthly import values over time