Jersey Dairy Cow from China
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 — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
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