Surplus Belgian Draft Horses
Surplus Belgian draft horses are heavy draft animals from overstocked farms, imported solely for immediate slaughter to produce specialty meats. They are classified under tariff item 0101.90.00 as 'other' live equines, as they are not for work, breeding, or exhibition.
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 horses are certified as pure-bred breeding animals
Pure-bred breeding horses are classified under heading 0101.21.00, requiring certification from a recognized livestock records association.
If the meat is imported after slaughter
Horse meat, 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
• Arrange for a CFIA import permit and a veterinary health certificate issued by the exporting country's authorities
• Ensure the horses are transported in compliance with Canadian animal welfare regulations, and declare them as slaughter-bound to avoid penalties for misdeclaration
Related Products under Tariff item 0101.90.00
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.
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.