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Jersey Dairy Cattle Embryos

Cryopreserved Jersey breed cattle embryos for transferring superior genetics in dairy herd improvement. HTS 0511.99.40.24 covers dairy cattle embryos as other animal products unfit for human consumption. Excluded from live animals or edible products per chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.1%+37.5%38.6%
🇲🇽Mexico1.1%+10.0%11.1%
🇨🇦Canada1.1%+60.0%61.1%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0511.99.40Same rate: 38.6%

If non-dairy cattle embryos

Dairy-specific subheading differentiates from general cattle embryos in the same 0511.99.40 structure.

3822Lower: 12.5% vs 38.6%

If in diagnostic or culture media

Embryos prepared in lab reagents for research shift to Chapter 38 as diagnostic reagents.

0511.91.00Lower: 37.5% vs 38.6%

If from bovine semen rather than full embryos

Heading 0511.91 covers bovine semen separately; full embryos remain in 0511.99.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify embryo flushing and freezing standards meet international OIE guidelines for import eligibility

• Declare exact breed and quantity accurately to avoid reclassification during customs exam