Angus Beef Heifer for Slaughter
A Black Angus heifer exceeding 320 kg, destined for immediate slaughter to supply beef markets. HTS 0102.29.4068 applies to non-purebred cattle heifers explicitly for slaughter, distinguishing from live animals for other purposes. Excludes fish or microbial cultures per chapter notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for fattening rather than immediate slaughter
End-use intent changes subheading; fattening heifers incur different rates under non-slaughter provisions.
If imported dead or as carcasses
Post-mortem state shifts to Chapter 01 meat provisions, not live animals.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify 'for immediate slaughter' declaration with slaughterhouse pre-approval to support tariff claim
• Comply with APHIS import permit and quarantine protocols for bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) risks
Related Products under HTS 0102.29.40.68
Holstein Dairy Heifer for Slaughter
A young female Holstein breed bovine weighing over 320 kg, imported specifically for immediate slaughter in meat processing facilities. Classified under HTS 0102.29.4068 as a heifer intended for direct slaughter, not breeding or fattening. Meets chapter criteria for live bovine animals excluding aquatic species.
Hereford Heifer for Immediate Slaughter
Poll Hereford breed heifer over 320 kg net weight, imported for direct processing into beef products. Falls under HTS 0102.29.4068 for heifers declared for immediate slaughter, separate from breeding or other cattle uses. Aligns with chapter scope for live bovines.
Charolais Crossbreed Heifer for Slaughter
Charolais-Angus cross heifer weighing more than 320 kg, for immediate slaughter in U.S. facilities. HTS 0102.29.4068 covers such non-purebred heifers with slaughter designation, per HTS hierarchy for bovine cattle. Excludes Chapter 95 toys or Chapter 30 products.
Limousin Heifer for Beef Processing
Limousin breed heifer over 320 kg, imported live for immediate slaughter and beef fabrication. Precisely matches HTS 0102.29.4068 for slaughter-bound heifers in the bovine 'other' category. Chapter notes confirm inclusion of such live animals.