Sheep Flock for Seasonal Pasture from Germany
Rambouillet sheep flock driven across Texas-Mexico border for temporary winter pasturage on leased Mexican ranchland. Lambs born during 5-month period return with ewes to U.S. operations. Qualifies under 9801.00.90.00 for duty-free reimportation of straying/domesticated animals with offspring within 8 months.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Maintain lease agreements for foreign pasture proving temporary use; provide scrapie program identification tags; file CBP Form 7501 with detailed herd movement timeline