Companion Horse from Japan
Companion horses kept as pets or pasture mates for larger herds, often mixed breeds. They enter under HTS 0101.29.00 as other live horses.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Microchip all horses for permanent ID matching import documents
• Purchase all-risk livestock insurance covering mortality during transit
• Pre-notify destination veterinarian for state health certificate upon release