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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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