Male Water Buffalo Calf from Japan
A young male water buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) weighing between 90 kg and 200 kg, typically used for breeding or meat production in agricultural settings. This falls under HTS 0102.39.00.34 as a live male buffalo in the specified weight range, excluding dairy purposes. Imported for farm rearing or slaughter.
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 a USDA veterinary import permit and health certificate confirming disease-free status from origin country
• Arrange quarantine at approved facilities upon arrival to meet APHIS requirements and avoid delays
• Verify weight documentation at export to confirm classification in 90-200 kg range; misweighting leads to reclassification