Live Wood Bison Breeding Female from Japan
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 — 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
• 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