Dairy Holstein Cows Temporary Grazing
Holstein dairy cows driven by owner from Montana to Alberta, Canada for temporary summer pasturage due to drought conditions in home pastures. Calves born during the 6-month stay return with the herd to U.S. soil. HTS 9801.00.90.00 covers domesticated animals returned within 8 months after owner-driven temporary pasturage.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported for dairy production rather than temporary pasturage
Commercial dairy cattle imports classified under specific live animal provisions in Chapter 1, not temporary return categories.
If exported for repairs/alterations (e.g., veterinary treatment)
Different Chapter 98 provision for articles exported for repair, not applicable to live animals for pasturage.
If animals modified abroad (e.g., bred with foreign genetics)
Animals substantially transformed by foreign breeding programs classified as new imports under Chapter 1.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document milk production records showing continued U.S. ownership; obtain APHIS import permits with proof of negative TB/brucellosis tests; track precise entry/exit dates to ensure 8-month compliance
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