Female Water Buffalo Calf from Japan
A young female 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 0102.39.00.38 as live female buffalo in the specified weight range, excluding asses, mules, and hinnies. Imported primarily for farm integration or dairy purposes in regions where water buffalo are raised.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain a USDA VS 17-29 Import Permit and health certificate verifying disease-free status from origin country
• Arrange quarantine at APHIS-approved facilities upon arrival to prevent diseases like foot-and-mouth
• Verify exact weight at port of entry, as misclassification by weight can lead to re-assessment under different subheadings