Spent Jersey Dairy Cows for Slaughter from Japan
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.
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
• Declare as 'spent' with production history to support slaughter-only status
• Ensure ante-mortem inspection clearance at port
• Coordinate with USDA VS for pre-arrival import authorization