0102.39.00.10/Live American Bison Calf/Japan

Live American Bison Calf from Japan

A young American bison (Bison bison) under one year old, imported live for ranching or breeding purposes. Classified under HTS 0102.39.0010 as bison, a type of buffalo/other bovine distinct from cattle, horses, or asses. These animals are typically transported in specialized livestock trailers with veterinary oversight.

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%

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Import Tips

• Obtain a USDA VS Form 17-29 import permit and health certificate from the exporting country verifying disease-free status, as bison are subject to strict animal health regulations

• Comply with CITES Appendix II requirements if applicable for wild-caught bison; provide proof of legal export and ranch-raised origin to avoid delays

• Avoid common pitfalls like insufficient quarantine documentation; pre-clear with APHIS and use bonded carriers for live animal transport