Commercial Breeding Sow
A female pig weighing over 50 kg, specifically selected for breeding purposes in commercial hog farms but not registered as purebred. It falls under HTS 0103.92.0020 as a non-purebred breeding animal used to produce offspring for meat production. These sows are valued for their high fertility and litter sizes in intensive farming operations.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If weighing less than 50 kg
Swine under 50 kg, even breeding animals, shift to the general 'other' subheading within the same hierarchy.
If purebred breeding animals
Purebred swine with documented pedigree qualify for the purebred breeding category in a different statistical breakout.
If imported for slaughter rather than breeding
Animals primarily intended for immediate slaughter or fattening fall under live swine not for breeding.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain a veterinary health certificate confirming disease-free status and breeding suitability; ensure USDA APHIS pre-arrival notification via ePermits
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as meat swine if not explicitly for breeding, leading to higher duties or rejection
Related Products under HTS 0103.92.00.20
Duroc Crossbreed Boar
A male pig over 50 kg from a Duroc crossed with another breed, used for semen collection or natural service in breeding programs. Classified under HTS 0103.92.0020 due to its non-purebred status and role in improving herd genetics on commercial farms. These boars are chosen for growth rate and meat quality traits.
Yorkshire-Landrace Gilt
A young female pig over 50 kg from Yorkshire-Landrace cross, imported as a replacement breeding gilt for farrowing units. It qualifies for HTS 0103.92.0020 as a non-purebred breeding animal essential for commercial pork production. Known for mothering ability and large litters.
Hampshire-Boar Hybrid Boar
A crossbred Hampshire boar exceeding 50 kg, utilized in commercial operations for sire lines in terminal crossing systems. Falls under HTS 0103.92.0020 for other breeding swine not purebred. Enhances carcass muscling in offspring.
PIC Line Breeding Sow
A commercial sow from PIC (Pig Improvement Company) genetic lines, over 50 kg, for multiplier farm breeding. HTS 0103.92.0020 applies as non-purebred breeding swine optimized for feed efficiency. Used in grandparent stock production.
Camborough Breeding Gilt
Camborough Plus gilt over 50 kg, a commercial hybrid for maternal line breeding in sow herds. Classified in HTS 0103.92.0020 for non-purebred breeding animals. Selected for longevity and piglet viability.
Topigs Norsvin Boar
TN70 boar from Topigs Norsvin, exceeding 50 kg, for commercial AI in sire line production. HTS 0103.92.0020 for other breeding swine, non-purebred. Focuses on loin eye area and growth speed.