Jersey Dairy Cow from Canada
Jersey cows are a smaller brown breed prized for rich, high-butterfat milk ideal for cheese and butter production. Classified under HTS 0102.29.20 when imported expressly for dairy operations due to their efficiency in milk quality over quantity. They require less feed than larger breeds, making them economical for specialized dairies.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Verify breed registry and milk production records to substantiate dairy purpose during customs inspection
• Comply with APHIS quarantine protocols for foot-and-mouth disease and brucellosis testing prior to shipment
• Budget for port-of-entry veterinary inspections; incomplete paperwork often leads to refusal or costly re-export