Angus Beef Heifer for Slaughter from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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