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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If purebred cattle under 320 kg
Purebred lighter cattle use separate weight-specific subheading.
If heifers rather than steers
Gender distinction: heifers over 320kg for slaughter have dedicated code.
If eligible for purebred breeding
Pedigree documentation shifts to Chapter 01 heading 0101 for breeders.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Coordinate with state vet services for port inspection; delays cost animal welfare fines
• Document commercial invoice stating 'for immediate slaughter only' to support classification
• Comply with ruminant feed ban; no transit through restricted countries
Related Products under HTS 0102.29.40.62
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.
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.
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.