Unwanted Thoroughbred Geldings from Japan
Castrated male Thoroughbred racehorses no longer competitive, imported for immediate slaughter. They qualify for HTS 0101.90.30.00 due to explicit import documentation for meat processing, not racing or breeding.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Declare gelding status and non-breeding intent clearly on import forms
• Use VS 17-29 form for equine import health requirements