Purebred Large White Breeding Sow from Germany
A female purebred Large White swine selected for its superior genetics to produce high-quality offspring in commercial pig farming. It falls under HTS 0103.10.00.00 as a purebred breeding animal of the swine species, intended solely for breeding purposes with documented pedigree certification. These sows are valued for their maternal traits and milk production.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain a USDA veterinary import permit and health certificate confirming purebred status; quarantine upon arrival is mandatory for swine
• Verify pedigree papers from international registries to avoid reclassification as meat animals
• Common pitfall: incomplete biosecurity documentation leads to rejection