Hampshire Feeder Piglet from China
Hampshire piglet under 7 kg used as a feeder for further growth in confinement operations. HTS 0103.91.00.10 applies to live swine not for breeding, under 50 kg and less than 7 kg each. Ideal for intensive farming imports.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Secure VS 17-29 permit from USDA APHIS; ensure carrier meets live animal transport standards
• Common pitfall: failing to document exact weight leads to duty disputes