Live Pygmy Goat from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• APHIS pre-approval via ePermits system mandatory; provide origin country VS country freedom status
• Common issue: size misdeclaration leading to facility mismatches
• Quarantine at approved sites only