Cull Quarter Horse for Slaughter from Japan
Cull Quarter Horses from ranches imported for immediate slaughter for meat export or feed. Under HTS 0101.29.00.10 as other horses for slaughter. Common in ag trade.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• West Nile Virus screening mandatory for equines
• Use slaughter-specific ports of entry
• Avoid bulk mixing with other livestock