Unwanted Thoroughbred Geldings
Unwanted thoroughbred geldings are castrated male racehorses no longer competitive, imported for immediate slaughter. They are classified under tariff item 0101.90.00 as 'other' live equines, with explicit import documentation for meat processing rather than racing or breeding.
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
• Obtain a CFIA import permit and a health certificate from the exporting country, and ensure the horses have proper identification
• Clearly state the slaughter purpose on customs forms to facilitate clearance, and be ready for CBSA checks on animal health and transport conditions
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.