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.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If genetically a horse but donkey-like
Pure-breed breeding horses fall under 0101.21 if certified as such, based on pedigree rather than appearance.
If for non-purebred or geldings
Other asses not of breeding quality, including geldings, shift to 0101.29 based on non-breeding end use.
If articles assembled abroad with U.S. components
Special provisions in Chapter 98 may apply if the ass was exported from the U.S. for temporary use abroad.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain a USDA veterinary import permit and health certificate from the exporting country confirming disease-free status
• Arrange quarantine at a USDA-approved facility upon arrival to prevent introduction of diseases like African horse sickness
• Verify purebred status documentation, as animal certificate of pure breeding is obsolete; consult CBP for alternatives
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.
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.
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.
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.