Angus Beef Cattle Semen Straws from China
Frozen semen straws from registered Angus bulls, selected for marbling and growth traits in beef production. HTS 0511.10.00 covers this as pure bovine semen unfit for human consumption but vital for livestock breeding. Imported in bulk for ranch AI programs.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Use USDA VS 17-29 form for semen import; test for brucellosis and TB from origin country
• Label straws with collection date, bull ID, and extender type; declare total doses accurately
• Beware temperature excursions causing loss of viability, leading to customs holds