Pack Mule
A sturdy mule bred for carrying loads in mountainous or trail environments. Classified in HTS 0101.90.40.00 as other live mules and hinnies, distinct from pure horses or asses.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically mules under certain provisions
While 0101.90.40 covers other, some interpretations place basic mules in 0101.90.10; confirm with CBP ruling.
If purebred parentage documented
Mules from purebred horse/ass parents might claim breeding-related classification if imported for specific programs.
If U.S. goods returned after repair
U.S.-origin mules sent abroad for training and returned qualify under Chapter 98 for duty relief.
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
• Declare hybrid status explicitly in import docs to avoid misclassification as horse or ass
• Arrange pre-approved quarantine space; mules often require CEM testing regardless of origin
• Check state-level import restrictions, as some ban mules due to local disease concerns
Related Products under HTS 0101.90.40.00
Miniature Horse
A small breed of horse, typically under 38 inches tall at the withers, used for pets, therapy, driving, or show purposes. Classified under HTS 0101.90.40.00 as other live horses, excluding purebred breeding animals. Falls into this subheading for non-asses, mules, or hinnies that are not specifically purebred.
Standard Donkey
A live donkey of standard size, often used for pack work, guarding livestock, or as pets in rural settings. HTS 0101.90.40.00 covers other live asses not purebred for breeding. Excludes mules and hinnies which have separate classifications.
Therapy Pony
A small pony trained for animal-assisted therapy in hospitals, schools, or nursing homes. As a live horse not purebred breeding stock, it falls under HTS 0101.90.40.00 for other horses, asses, mules, and hinnies.
Show Shetland Pony
A Shetland pony prepared for breed shows and halter competitions. HTS 0101.90.40.00 applies to other non-purebred horses used for exhibition rather than breeding.
Nubian Jackass
A Nubian breed jack (male donkey) used for meat production or guarding. As other live asses, it fits HTS 0101.90.40.00 excluding purebred breeding specimens.
Draft Horse
Heavy draft breeds like Clydesdale or Percheron for pulling carriages or plowing. HTS 0101.90.40.00 covers other work horses not meeting purebred breeding criteria.