Carabao Draft Bull Calf from Canada
Male Carabao (swamp buffalo) at 200-320 kg, imported for draft work in rice farming regions. Precisely matches HTS 0102.39.00.54 as male buffalo other than purebred in specified weight. Live animal chapter applies to such working bovines.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document intended end-use as draft animal to support classification; ensure quarantine facility pre-arranged
• Pitfall: Incomplete CVI (Certificate of Veterinary Inspection) leads to rejection