Live Dairy Goat (Saanen Breed)

Live Saanen goats, a Swiss dairy breed known for high milk production, imported primarily for milk production on farms. Falls under HTS 0104.20.00.00 as live goats, distinct from fish or microbial cultures excluded in chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0104Same rate: 17.5%

If not purebred or mixed breed

While 0104.20 covers goats generally, other live animals in 0104.90 might apply if misclassified, but goats are specifically delineated.

9802.00.40Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If for U.S. returning animals or breeding stock under special provisions

Chapter 98 notes allow certain live animals like breeding goats to enter duty-free if meeting residency criteria.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify Brucellosis and Tuberculosis testing in the health certificate; apply for VS Form 17-29 import permit

Pitfall: Failing to notify APHIS 72 hours prior to arrival causes quarantine issues

Use bonded carriers for transport