Dairy Holstein Cows for Slaughter
Purebred Holstein dairy cows weighing over 320 kg, destined for immediate slaughter upon import. Classified under HTS 0102.29.4066 as live bovine cows meeting the weight and slaughter criteria in Chapter 1. Excludes animals for breeding or fattening.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If under 80 kg each
Calves under 80 kg fall under a separate purebred or other cattle subheading regardless of slaughter intent.
If for fattening rather than immediate slaughter
Cows over 320 kg intended for feedlot growth before slaughter classify under the fattening provision.
If purebred for breeding purposes
Purebred bovine animals of any weight for breeding or herd building fall under Chapter 01 horse/ass/ bovine purebred heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USDA veterinary health certificate confirming fitness for slaughter only; no breeding pedigrees needed
• Ensure transport complies with APHIS live animal import protocols to avoid quarantine
• Declare exact weight at entry to confirm 320kg+ classification
Related Products under HTS 0102.29.40.66
Beef Angus Cows for Slaughter
Black Angus beef cows exceeding 320 kg, imported specifically for direct processing at slaughterhouses. Fits HTS 0102.29.4066 for non-purebred cows over weight limit designated for immediate kill. Chapter notes exclude breeding stock.
Cull Dairy Cows Over 320kg for Slaughter
Aged or non-productive dairy cull cows weighing 320 kg or more, imported for prompt slaughter. HTS 0102.29.4066 applies to these other cattle cows explicitly for immediate slaughter per hierarchy. Not suitable for milk production or breeding.
Hereford Beef Cows for Immediate Slaughter
Hereford breed beef cows at 320+ kg imported directly to abattoirs for slaughter. Classified precisely under 0102.29.4066 as other cows for immediate slaughter in the bovine cattle hierarchy. Excludes any fattening or breeding use.
Spent Jersey Dairy Cows for Slaughter
Jersey dairy cows past productive life, over 320 kg, for immediate slaughter importation. HTS 0102.29.4066 covers these as other weighing 320+ kg cows explicitly for slaughter per Chapter 1 notes. No breeding or dairy continuation.
Commercial Beef Cows 350kg+ for Slaughter
Generic commercial beef breed cows averaging 350 kg each, imported for direct slaughter. Meets all criteria of HTS 0102.29.4066: other cattle, cows, 320+ kg, immediate slaughter designation. Aligns with Chapter exclusions for non-slaughter animals.