Live Wood Bison Breeding Female from Germany
An adult female wood bison (Bison bison athabascae) imported for conservation breeding programs. Falls under HTS 0102.39.0010 due to its classification as bison/buffalo, separate from standard cattle breeds. These are often sourced from Canadian or Alaskan preserves.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Secure CITES export/import permits as wood bison are protected; coordinate with USFWS for endangered species declarations
• Provide detailed pedigree and DNA verification to confirm pure bison status, preventing misclassification as generic bovines
• Plan for mandatory 30-day quarantine at a USDA-approved facility upon arrival to screen for brucellosis and tuberculosis