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Caprine Semen for AI from Japan

Caprine (goat) semen prepared for artificial insemination in goat dairy and meat production. Under HTS 0511.99.40.40 as other animal semen, distinct from equine or human sources.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Comply with state-specific import rules for scrapie monitoring in goats

• Provide motility and concentration specs to justify value declaration

• Avoid bulk shipping without secondary containers; risk contamination seizures