Live Female Water Buffalo Breeding Heifer from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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