Purebred Murrah Buffalo Heifer
A live, young female Murrah buffalo of pure-bred breeding stock, imported to establish or improve a dairy herd. It qualifies under tariff item 0102.31.00 because it is a pure-bred breeding animal of the buffalo species, as defined by Canadian livestock pedigree certification requirements.
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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the buffalo is not certified as pure-bred breeding stock
Non-pure-bred buffalo fall under the other live bovine animals subheading.
If the animal is a male pure-bred breeding buffalo
This subheading covers pure-bred breeding buffalo of both sexes, but the tariff item may differ by sex for statistical purposes.
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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 animal is certified as pure-bred by the Canadian National Livestock Records or a governing association under the Livestock Pedigree Act before import
• Obtain a Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) import permit and meet all animal health requirements, including quarantine if applicable
• Declare the animal as pure-bred breeding stock on customs documentation to claim the preferential tariff treatment
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Purebred Banni Buffalo
Purebred Banni buffalo, a Kankrej-type breed from India's Rann of Kutch, are imported live for breeding programs due to their heat tolerance and high milk yield. They qualify as pure-bred breeding animals under tariff item 0102.31.00, provided they are certified by a recognized livestock association and imported specifically for breeding purposes.
Purebred Bhadawari Buffalo Heifer
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Purebred Carabao Buffalo Breeding Male
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Purebred Jafarabadi Buffalo
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Purebred Jafarabadi Buffalo Cow
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