Jersey Dairy Cow from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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