Hereford Beef Steer from Japan
A mature Hereford bull weighing approximately 450 kg raised for beef production and herd improvement. HTS 0102.29.4082 applies to this non-purebred male bovine over 320 kg not intended as breeding stock. Excluded from purebred or stud categories 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
• Arrange for VS-17 import permit from APHIS prior to shipment
• Confirm port of entry accepts live bovines and has holding facilities
• Provide detailed pedigree records to distinguish from purebred classifications