Frozen Bovine Semen Straws
Individual straws of frozen bovine semen used for artificial insemination in dairy and beef cattle breeding programs. Classified under HTS 0511.10.0090 as 'other' bovine semen, distinct from certified purebred semen in 0511.10.0060, as it includes commercial-grade semen not meeting purebred standards.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If certified purebred bovine semen
Purebred semen with documented pedigree falls under the specific subheading for certified breeding stock semen.
If processed as veterinary immunogen or vaccine diluent
Semen extracts used in lab preparations for animal vaccines shift to Chapter 30 for biologicals.
If mixed with culture media for lab research
Composite diagnostic reagents incorporating semen for fertility testing classify under lab reagents.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USDA VS Form 17-29 import permit and health certificate confirming semen is from brucellosis-free and TB-accredited herds
• Declare exact quantity in doses/straws; misdeclaration can trigger re-inspection or quarantine
• Verify nitrogen shipping containers meet IATA regs for frozen biologics to avoid thawing in transit
Related Products under HTS 0511.10.00.90
Commercial Dairy Cow Semen Doses
Bulk doses of chilled or frozen semen from Holstein and Jersey bulls for large-scale dairy herd improvement. Falls under HTS 0511.10.0090 as non-purebred bovine semen intended for general agricultural use rather than elite breeding lines.
Beef Breed Bull Semen Straws
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.
Sexed Bovine Semen for Heifer Breeding
Sex-sorted frozen semen with high heifer calf yield from dairy bulls, processed via flow cytometry. Remains under HTS 0511.10.0090 as 'other' bovine semen regardless of sorting technology, not qualifying as purebred.
Holstein Dairy Semen Mini-Straws
0.25ml mini-straws of frozen Holstein semen for smallholder dairy operations. As commercial non-purebred bovine semen, it fits HTS 0511.10.0090 perfectly.
Angus Beef Semen for Export
Frozen Angus bull semen packaged for international export markets, standard commercial quality. Covered by HTS 0511.10.0090 excluding purebred certification.
Composite Beef Semen Multi-Sire
Mixed-sire frozen bovine semen pools from various beef breeds for diverse genetics. As blended commercial semen, classified under HTS 0511.10.0090.