Beef Breed Bull Semen Straws from Japan
Frozen semen straws from Angus and Hereford bulls optimized for beef production traits like marbling and growth rate. HTS 0511.10.0090 covers this as standard bovine semen excluding certified purebred categories.
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
• Cross-check bull registration status; non-purebred avoids 0511.10.0060 but still needs VS 16-3 endorsement
• Ship in validated LN2 dewars with 21+ day hold time; declare gross weight accurately
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete semen extension media disclosure, which flags biosecurity review