Angus Steer for Slaughter
A purebred Black Angus steer weighing over 320 kg, imported live specifically for immediate slaughter at processing facilities. Classified under HTS 0102.29.40.62 as a bovine animal in the 'steers' subcategory meeting weight and end-use criteria per Chapter 1 notes excluding fish and certain cultures.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If under 320 kg each
Purebred bovines weighing less than 320 kg fall into a separate weight-based subheading.
If not specifically for immediate slaughter
Steers over 320 kg intended for feeding or breeding shift to non-slaughter categories.
If purebred for breeding rather than slaughter
Purebred bovines of the bovine species for breeding purposes are classified in heading 0101.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain VS 17-29 USDA import health certificate verifying disease-free status and slaughter intent; missing docs lead to quarantine
• Ensure truck/trailer meets APHIS ventilation standards for live animal transport to avoid welfare violations
• Declare exact weight at entry; misclassification under lighter categories risks penalties
Related Products under HTS 0102.29.40.62
Hereford Steer for Processing
A registered Hereford steer exceeding 320 kg, destined directly for meat processing upon import. Fits HTS 0102.29.40.62 as 'other' cattle, steers, over weight limit, explicitly for immediate slaughter per tariff hierarchy.
Charolais Steer for Meatpacking
Large Charolais breed steer over 320 kg imported live for direct entry into meatpacking plants. Meets precise criteria of HTS 0102.29.40.62: other cattle, steers, heavy weight, immediate slaughter designation.
Limousin Steer for Abattoir
French Limousin steer weighing 350+ kg, shipped live for immediate abattoir processing. Classified as HTS 0102.29.40.62 steer per hierarchy: bovine > cattle > other > 320kg+ > slaughter.
Simmental Steer for Butcher
Dual-purpose Simmental steer over 320 kg imported expressly for butcher facilities. HTS 0102.29.40.62 applies to these 'other' slaughter-bound steers per official chapter exclusions.
Holstein Steer Cull for Slaughter
Cull Holstein dairy steer exceeding 320 kg weight, imported live for prompt slaughter. Fits HTS 0102.29.40.62: non-purebred 'other' cattle, steers category with slaughter purpose.