GUIDANCE: Harmonized Tariff Schedule for the Importation of Dogs

CSMS # 66665063 - GUIDANCE: Harmonized Tariff Schedule for the Importation of Dogs U.S. Customs and Border Protection sent this bulletin at 10/29/2025 04:06 PM EDT   Cargo Systems Messaging Service CSMS # 66665063 - GUIDANCE: Harmonized Tariff Schedule for the Importation of Dogs All merchandise, including dogs, imported into the United States may be required to file an entry , unless specifically exempted . The Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) sets out the tariff rates and statistical categories for all merchandise imported into the United States unless specifically exempted. Importations of dogs may be accompanied by an entry. The type of entry, formal or informal , will generally be determined by the value. You may contact the port of entry import specialist or an entry specialist at the Agriculture and Prepared Products Centers of Excellence and Expertise which handles this type of merchandise for general information on entry procedures and requirements. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) may require a formal entry to enforce partner government agency regulatory or admissibility requirements, revenue protection, or if the port otherwise requires such action to support the efficient conduct of customs business. The attached document provides the HTSUS subheadings under which dog importations may be classified if accompanied by an entry. In addition to complying with CBP import requirements on Bringing Pets and Wildlife into the United States , importations of dogs are subject to admissibility based on the requirements set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the United States Department of Agriculture . Questions regarding HTSUS classification should be directed to traderemedy@cbp.dhs.gov . General questions on dog importation requirements should be directed to aptlabtc@cbp.dhs.gov and cscwarehousing@cbp.dhs.gov .   FACT SHEET Dog Importation HTSUS Pub. 5232-1025.pdf Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page . You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please contact subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com . This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Customs and Border Protection . Privacy Policy | GovDelivery is providing this information on behalf of U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and may not use the information for any other purposes. Powered by Privacy Policy | Cookie Statement | Help