Standardbred Gelding from China

A retired Standardbred gelding repurposed for beginner riding lessons, not active in harness racing. HTS 0101.29.00.90 applies as 'other' non-purebred, non-racing horse. Transitioned from track to educational use.

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

Provide proof of retirement from racing to support recreational classification

Include negative tests for CEM (Contagious Equine Metritis) if from endemic regions

Label shipments clearly as 'live equine - other' to expedite customs processing