Liquid Nitrogen Stored Holstein Bull Semen
Semen from Holstein dairy bulls preserved in liquid nitrogen straws for optimal viability during transport. Classified under HTS 0511.10.00.10 due to its bovine origin and designation for dairy cattle breeding programs.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for beef cattle breeding
Dairy-specific subheading excludes beef semen, which uses a different statistical suffix.
If imported in specialized cryo-tanks as a set
Refrigeration equipment with semen contents may classify as complete veterinary apparatus.
If for research institutions as biological material
Other animal products prepared for lab or therapeutic use move to pharmaceuticals chapter.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify straw labeling includes bull ID, collection date, and extender type for traceability
• Use insulated shipping containers to maintain -196°C temperature throughout import process
• Watch for CITES restrictions if semen traces to endangered bovine hybrids
Related Products under HTS 0511.10.00.10
Frozen Bovine Semen for Dairy Cattle
Frozen semen collected from high-quality dairy bulls such as Holstein or Jersey breeds, used for artificial insemination in dairy farming. It falls under HTS 0511.10.00.10 as bovine semen specifically for dairy production, classified within Chapter 5 as animal products not elsewhere specified.
Brown Swiss Dairy Semen Doses
Doses of frozen semen from Brown Swiss bulls, prized for protein-rich milk in cheese production. Classified in HTS 0511.10.00.10 for its role in dairy cattle reproduction.
Sexed Dairy Cattle Semen Straws
Sexed semen straws from dairy bulls, sorted for higher female calf yields using flow cytometry. Still classified under HTS 0511.10.00.10 as dairy bovine semen despite processing.
Jersey Dairy Bull Semen Straws
Straws of semen from Jersey bulls, known for high butterfat milk production, intended for dairy herd enhancement. This product is under HTS 0511.10.00.10 as dairy bovine semen per Chapter 5 notes on animal products.
Ayrshire Bull Semen for Dairy Farms
High-quality semen from Ayrshire dairy bulls, valued for efficient milk production in temperate climates. Falls under HTS 0511.10.00.10 as specified bovine semen for dairy applications.
Guernsey Bull Semen for Milk Production
Semen from Guernsey dairy bulls, selected for golden milk high in beta-carotene. Under HTS 0511.10.00.10 as bovine semen for dairy purposes per tariff hierarchy.