Male Carabao Draft Prospect from Japan
Male carabao (Philippine water buffalo) in 90-200 kg range, imported as a future draft animal for plowing rice fields. HTS 0102.39.00.34 covers non-dairy male buffalo. Valued for strength in smallholder farming.
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
• Check country-specific import bans; some origins restricted due to disease prevalence
• Ensure transport in ventilated containers suitable for live ruminants per IATA standards
• Document age and weight accurately; juveniles grow quickly affecting subheading