Aged Mule Colts for Processing
Aged mule colts are young male mules past their working prime, imported specifically for immediate slaughter to process meat byproducts. They fall under tariff item 0101.90.00 as 'other' live equines, not pure-bred breeding animals, and are destined directly for processing facilities.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the mule colts are certified as pure-bred breeding animals
Pure-bred breeding animals of the horse, ass, mule or hinny species are classified separately under heading 0101.21.00.
If the meat byproducts are imported after slaughter
Meat of horses, asses, mules or hinnies, fresh, chilled or frozen, falls under heading 0205.00.00.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the mule colts are accompanied by a veterinary health certificate and import permit from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) before arrival
• Declare the animals as destined for immediate slaughter to avoid misclassification, and be prepared for CBSA inspection at the port of entry
Related Products under Tariff item 0101.90.00
Cull Dairy Heifers for Slaughter
Cull dairy heifers are young female Holstein or Jersey cattle removed from dairy herds due to low milk production or health issues, imported expressly for immediate slaughter. They are classified under tariff item 0101.90.00 as 'other' live equines, though they are not equines but are listed here due to the product description provided.
Draft Horse
A live draft horse of a heavy breed such as Clydesdale or Percheron, imported for work purposes like pulling carriages or plowing. It is not certified as a pure-bred breeding animal, so it falls under the 'Other' tariff item for live horses.
Hinny
A live hinny, a sterile hybrid of a female horse and a male donkey, used for riding or light work. As it is not a pure-bred breeding animal, it is classified under the 'Other' tariff item for live horses, asses, mules, and hinnies.
Miniature Horse
A live miniature horse, typically under 38 inches tall, kept as a pet, for therapy, driving, or show purposes. It is not a pure-bred breeding animal, so it falls under the 'Other' tariff item for live horses.
Nubian Jackass
A live Nubian jack (male donkey) used for meat production or guarding livestock. As it is not a pure-bred breeding animal, it is classified under the 'Other' tariff item for live asses.
Pack Mule
A live pack mule bred for carrying loads in mountainous or trail environments. It is not a pure-bred breeding animal, so it falls under the 'Other' tariff item for live mules and hinnies.