Purebred Murrah Buffalo from Japan
The Murrah buffalo is a premium purebred breed originating from India, prized for its high milk production and adaptability to tropical climates. Classified under HTS 0102.31.00 as a purebred breeding animal because it meets the pedigree standards for registered buffalo used exclusively for breeding purposes to improve herd genetics.
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
• Obtain USDA-approved veterinary health certificate confirming purebred status and disease-free condition; arrange quarantine facilities compliant with APHIS standards; verify pedigree documentation from international breed registries to avoid reclassification as non-breeding stock