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Ovine Semen Straws

Frozen ovine semen in individual straws for sheep artificial insemination. This fits HTS 0511.99.40.40 for other animal semen, supporting sheep farming genetics outside equine categories.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.1%+35.0%36.1%
🇲🇽Mexico1.1%+10.0%11.1%
🇨🇦Canada1.1%+10.0%11.1%
🇩🇪Germany1.1%+10.0%11.1%
🇯🇵Japan1.1%+10.0%11.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

3002Lower: 10% vs 36.1%

If with added vaccines or antisera for disease prevention

Immunological products for veterinary use shift to Chapter 30.

0511.99Same rate: 36.1%

If from equine donors misidentified initially

Equine semen has specific subheading; reclassification based on species confirmation.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include donor pedigree and genetic testing results in documentation for breed purity claims

• Use dry shippers compliant with IATA for air transport to prevent thawing

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