Angus Breeding Heifer from Japan
A purebred female Angus heifer weighing over 320 kg, specifically imported for breeding purposes to produce high-quality beef offspring. Classified under HTS 0102.29.40.74 as a live bovine female cattle for breeding, meeting the weight and sex criteria in the tariff heading for other cattle.
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
• Obtain a USDA VS Form 17-29 import permit and veterinary health certificate confirming disease-free status from the exporting country
• Verify animal weighs at least 320 kg at entry and is confirmed female for breeding via official documentation to avoid reclassification
• Comply with APHIS quarantine protocols; common pitfalls include incomplete disease testing like Johne's or BVD