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Charolais Steer for Meatpacking from Japan

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.

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

Apply for VS import permit 30 days prior; specify slaughter endpoint to secure slot

Avoid mixing with breeding stock shipments to prevent reclassification risks

Monitor for BSE compliance; country-of-origin testing mandatory for bovines

Charolais Steer for Meatpacking from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0102.29.40.62