Burro
A feral or working ass breed common in the Americas, such as the imported Mexican burro for packing or guarding. Classified as asses under HTS 0101.30.00.00, excluding mules or hinnies.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as a mule or hinny
Hybrids of horse and ass (mules/hinnies) move to 0101.90, differentiated by parentage genetics.
If for purebred breeding horses misclassified
If pedigree documents prove horse lineage, it shifts to horse headings like 0101.21.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide proof of origin and health vaccination records; rabies vaccination may be required depending on exporting country
• Avoid common pitfalls like insufficient shipping crates—use IATA-approved containers for air transport
• Register with APHIS upon import and monitor for 60-day post-entry quarantine if from non-approved regions
Related Products under HTS 0101.30.00.00
Working Pack Donkey
Sturdy ass imported for agricultural pack work, like African or Asian mountain breeds. Covered by HTS 0101.30.00.00 for asses.
Nubian Donkey
Egyptian-origin large-eared ass breed used for milk or work, imported live. HTS 0101.30.00.00 designates asses distinctly.
Purebred Donkey
A purebred ass, such as a registered American Mammoth Jackstock donkey, imported live for breeding purposes. Classified under HTS 0101.30.00.00 as asses, distinct from horses or mules. Excludes aquatic animals or those in heading 9508.
Miniature Donkey
A small breed of live ass, like the Miniature Mediterranean Donkey, typically under 36 inches tall, used as pets or for light work. Falls under HTS 0101.30.00.00 specifically for asses, separate from ponies or other equines.
Mammoth Jackstock Donkey
Large draft breed of ass, the American Mammoth Jackstock, imported live for mule breeding programs. HTS 0101.30.00.00 covers all asses, purebred or not.
Poitou Donkey
Rare French breed of shaggy-coated ass, the Poitou donkey, imported for conservation breeding. Strictly classified under asses in HTS 0101.30.00.00.