Female Hereford Crossbred Heifer from Japan
A crossbred female Hereford heifer weighing 200-320 kg, suitable for beef or dual-purpose farming. This fits HTS 0102.29.4058 as other female cattle in this weight category, not qualifying as purebred. Often imported for commercial herd building.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Comply with state-specific import quarantine rules; use bonded carriers for transport
• Document exact weight and age to prevent disputes
• Pitfall: misdeclaring breed composition leading to audits