Purebred Thoroughbred Mare from China

A registered Thoroughbred mare from approved studbook, valued for racing pedigree and breeding to produce elite racehorses. Falls under HTS 0101.21.00 due to certification as purebred breeding stock. Distinguished from foals or geldings used for non-breeding purposes.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Verify registration in official Thoroughbred studbook (e.g

Jockey Club) with transfer papers

Schedule pre-import veterinary exams for CEM and EIA testing per USDA regulations

Prepare breeding contract evidence to prevent reclassification during customs exam