Live Angus Beef Cattle
Live Angus beef cattle, purebred but not certified as pure-bred breeding animals under Canadian regulations, imported for beef production or fattening. They fall under tariff item 0102.90.00 as 'other' live bovine animals, excluding those certified for breeding purposes.
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 cattle are certified pure-bred breeding animals
Pure-bred breeding animals are classified separately under heading 0102.
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 animals are not certified as pure-bred breeding stock by the Canadian National Livestock Records to avoid reclassification
• Obtain a valid import permit from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) before shipment
• Arrange quarantine and health certification from the country of origin
Related Products under Tariff item 0102.90.00
Live Beefmaster Heifers
Live Beefmaster heifers, a composite breed used for herd replacement in beef operations. They are classified under tariff item 0102.90.00 as other live bovine animals, not certified as pure-bred breeding stock.
Live Brahman Bulls
Live Brahman bulls imported for crossbreeding in tropical climates, known for heat tolerance. They fall under tariff item 0102.90.00 as other live bovine animals, excluding pure-bred breeding stock.
Live Brangus Bulls
Live Brangus bulls, a Brahman-Angus composite breed for tropical beef herds, imported for hybrid vigor. They are classified under tariff item 0102.90.00 as other live bovine animals, not pure-bred breeding stock.
Live Charolais Calves
Young Charolais calves imported for veal or beef growth programs, a large-framed continental breed. They fall under tariff item 0102.90.00 as other live bovine animals, excluding pure-bred breeding stock.
Live Gelbvieh Cows
Live Gelbvieh cows, a German breed known for growth efficiency, imported for continental breed integration. They are classified under tariff item 0102.90.00 as other live bovine animals, not pure-bred breeding stock.
Live Hereford Yearlings
Live Hereford yearlings for pasture finishing, a traditional British breed known for docility. They fall under tariff item 0102.90.00 as other live bovine animals, excluding pure-bred breeding stock.