Carabao Buffalo Steers 350+ kg for Processing from Japan
Castrated carabao buffalo steers weighing 350 kg or more, imported exclusively for immediate slaughter in U.S. facilities. HTS 0102.39.00.61 covers these non-breeding buffalo destined for meat yield.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit import permit at least 30 days prior; slaughter-only permits are expedited but strict
• Weigh animals officially before export to document compliance with 320 kg minimum
• Prepare for CBP hold if no pre-approved slaughter destination is provided