Holstein Dairy Cattle Embryos Frozen from Japan
Cryopreserved embryos from Holstein dairy cows, intended for expanding milk production herds via embryo transfer technology. HTS 0511.99.40.28 covers these as other cattle embryos, aligning with chapter exclusions for non-edible animal products.
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
• Provide genetic certification and embryo grading reports; ensure chain-of-custody for frozen transport
• Pitfall: Retail packaging may trigger consumer product rules instead of bulk ag