Live Murrah Buffalo from Japan
Murrah buffalo, an Indian breed imported for dairy farming but not as purebred breeding stock, under HTS 0102.39.00 other buffalo. These are commercial grade animals for milk production. Excluded from purebred due to lack of pedigree certification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include lactation status and milk yield estimates in import declaration for end-use verification
• Secure import permit specifying disease history; buffalo from Asia often face TB restrictions
• Label animals with permanent ID compliant with 9 CFR Part 86 traceability rules