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
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
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.
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
Related Products under HTS 0104.20.00.00
Live Boer Goat
A live Boer goat, a meat-producing breed originating from South Africa, imported for breeding or slaughter purposes. Classified under HTS 0104.20.00.00 as it falls within the category of live goats of any age. Excludes aquatic animals or specific chapter exclusions.
Live Angora Goat
Live Angora goats bred for mohair fiber production, imported for herd expansion in fiber farms. HTS 0104.20.00.00 applies to all live goats, excluding those in headings like 9508 for fairground animals.
Live Pygmy Goat
Small live Pygmy goats, often imported for petting zoos or small-scale dairy/meat operations. Classified under HTS 0104.20.00.00 for live goats, separate from aquatic or microbial exclusions.
Live Nubian Goat
Live Nubian goats, a dual-purpose breed for milk and meat, imported for commercial dairy farms. HTS 0104.20.00.00 covers all live goats per chapter hierarchy.
Live Kiko Goat
Live Kiko goats, a hardy New Zealand meat breed, imported for pasture-based meat production. Fits HTS 0104.20.00.00 as live goats, not excluded categories.
Live Spanish Goat
Live Spanish goats, a brush-clearing and meat breed, imported for land management and ranching. Under HTS 0104.20.00.00 for goats per chapter notes.