Purebred Holstein Bull

A male purebred Holstein bull certified for dairy breeding purposes, used to improve milk production genetics in dairy herds. It falls under HTS 0102.21.0010 as a purebred breeding male dairy bovine animal. These animals are valued for their high genetic merit in pedigree registries.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0102.21.00Same rate: 17.5%

If not explicitly certified as purebred breeding

Non-purebred or other purebred dairy males fall under the residual category for other breeding cattle.

0102.29.40Same rate: 17.5%

If intended for meat production rather than breeding

Non-breeding cattle, even purebred, are classified based on end use as other live bovines.

0101.21.00Same rate: 17.5%

If under 12 months age-adjusted weight

Young purebred breeding animals meeting weight criteria are classified as asses rather than adults.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain a veterinary health certificate from the exporting country confirming purebred status and disease-free condition per USDA APHIS requirements

Provide pedigree registration documents from recognized breed associations to verify purebred breeding eligibility

Avoid common pitfalls like incomplete import permits by applying for VS Form 17-29 well in advance through APHIS ePermits