Live Rambouillet Sheep from China
Rambouillet sheep, a dual-purpose breed for wool and meat, are commonly imported for herd improvement. This falls squarely under HTS 0104.10.00.00 for live sheep, distinct from goat classifications or excluded items like heading 9508 animals.
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
• Provide pedigree certificates if purebred for breeding claims; comply with bluetongue testing requirements
• Watch for seasonal import restrictions on ruminants