Live Female Water Buffalo Breeding Heifer from Japan
A mature female water buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) weighing over 320 kg, specifically selected for breeding purposes to produce offspring in dairy or meat operations. Classified under HTS 0102.39.00.74 as a live bovine buffalo, other category, for breeding females over 320 kg. Excludes aquatic animals and fits Chapter 1 for live animals.
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
• Obtain USDA-approved veterinary health certificates confirming disease-free status and breeding eligibility; ensure compliance with APHIS import permits for foot-and-mouth disease prevention
• Verify weight documentation at export to confirm over 320 kg classification
• Common pitfall: Misclassifying as meat animal if not certified for breeding