Angus Steer for Slaughter from Japan
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.
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
• 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