HS Heading 0505 : Skins and other parts of birds, with their feathers or down,
feathers and parts of feathers (whether or not with trimmed
edges) and down, not further worked than cleaned,
disinfected or treated for preservation; powder and waste
of feathers or parts of feathers
HS Heading 0505 encompasses skins and other parts of birds, with their feathers or down,
feathers and parts of feathers (whether or not with trimmed
edges) and down, not further worked than cleaned,
disinfected or treated for preservation; powder and waste
of feathers or parts of feathers. It classifies 2 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 05 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 0505
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0505.10 | Feathers of a kind used for stuffing; down | 05 | View 0505.10 Package → |
| 0505.90 | Other | 05 | View 0505.90 Package → |
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 0505
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 0505 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 0505 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 0505 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 0505?
feathers and parts of feathers (whether or not with trimmed
edges) and down, not further worked than cleaned,
disinfected or treated for preservation; powder and waste
of feathers or parts of feathers, grouping 2 6-digit WCO subheadings.