Purebred Mediterranean Buffalo from China
Mediterranean River Buffalo are purebred animals selected for dairy and meat production in semi-arid regions, with documented lineage from recognized European and Asian registries. This HTS 0102.31.00 classification applies specifically to buffalo certified as purebred breeding stock for genetic propagation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Secure import permit from APHIS at least 30 days prior; ensure microchipping for traceability; common pitfall is incomplete brucellosis and TB testing leading to port rejection