Purebred Water Buffalo Bull from Japan

A male water buffalo bull of the Bubalus bubalis breed, weighing over 320 kg, imported specifically for breeding purposes to enhance herd genetics on dairy or meat farms. It falls under HTS 0102.39.00.72 as a live male buffalo for breeding, distinct from meat or dairy production animals.

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 USDA-approved veterinary health certificate confirming disease-free status and breeding suitability

Ensure animal weighs at least 320 kg at entry and provide proof of breeding intent to avoid reclassification as meat animal

Comply with APHIS import permit requirements; quarantine upon arrival is mandatory for buffalo

Purebred Water Buffalo Bull from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0102.39.00.72