Holstein Dairy Breeding Cow
A mature female Holstein cow over 320 kg imported solely for dairy herd breeding to enhance milk production genetics. Falls under HTS 0102.29.40.74 as other female cattle weighing 320 kg or more designated for breeding purposes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If purebred breeding animals
If certified purebred, it qualifies for the purebred breeding subheading with potentially different rates.
If male
Male breeding cattle over 320 kg fall under a separate sex-specific subheading in the same weight category.
If not explicitly for breeding
Without breeding designation, it may classify as other female cattle over 320 kg for slaughter or feeding.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide proof of breeding purpose such as pedigree records or buyer contracts to justify classification
• Ensure pre-import testing for brucellosis and tuberculosis; U.S. requires negative tests within 30 days of shipment
• Use bonded carriers for transport; watch for reclassification if animal appears meat-production oriented
Related Products under HTS 0102.29.40.74
Angus Breeding Heifer
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.
Hereford Breeding Heifer
Female Hereford heifer exceeding 320 kg, bred for beef production and imported to improve herd genetics through breeding programs. HTS 0102.29.40.74 applies to such non-purebred or other female breeding cattle meeting the weight threshold.
Simmental Breeding Cow
A dual-purpose Simmental female cow over 320 kg for breeding to produce both beef and dairy offspring in commercial herds. Classified in HTS 0102.29.40.74 for other female breeding cattle by weight and purpose.
Charolais Breeding Heifer
Large-framed female Charolais heifer over 320 kg imported for crossbreeding to boost growth rates in beef operations. Meets HTS 0102.29.40.74 as other female cattle for breeding purposes exceeding the weight limit.