HTS Code: 0104

HTS US: 0104.XX.XXXX

Description

This heading covers all live animals of the ovine (sheep) and caprine (goats) species. This includes a wide range of breeds for various purposes:

Sheep (Ovis aries): Including ewes, rams, lambs, and breeds for wool, meat, or dairy (e.g., Merino, Suffolk, Dorset).
Goats (Capra aegagrus hircus): Including does, bucks, kids, and breeds for meat, milk (e.g., Saanen, Nubian), or fiber (e.g., Angora goats for mohair).

Code Hierarchy

Section I: Live Animals; Animal Products (Chapters 01-05)
Chapter 01: Live Animals
Heading 0104: Live sheep and goats.
US HTS Code (10-digit): 0104.XX.XXXX – The final four digits provide a more specific U.S. legal definition.

Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings

The 4-digit HS heading 0104 is broken down into more specific 6-digit HS codes and 10-digit U.S. HTS codes.

HS/HTS Code	Description	Examples & Notes
0104.10	Live sheep	This code covers all live sheep.
	`0104.10.0010`	Purebred breeding sheep
	`0104.10.0090`	Other sheep (e.g., for slaughter)
0104.21	Live goats	This code is for live goats. The subheading further distinguishes purebred breeding animals.
	`0104.21.0010`	Purebred breeding goats
	`0104.21.0090`	Other goats (e.g., for slaughter, dairy)
0104.29	Other	Reserved for other live goats not specified elsewhere.
	`0104.29.0000`	Other live goats

What is NOT Classified Here?

Veterinary Certificates (USDA): The importation of live sheep and goats into the U.S. is heavily regulated by the USDA-APHIS to prevent the introduction of foreign animal diseases (such as scrapie or foot-and-mouth disease). An import permit and a health certificate from the country of origin are mandatory.
Duty Rates: The general duty rate for most live sheep and goats under HTS 0104 in the United States is Free (0%). However, it is critical to verify the specific 10-digit code in the latest USHTS.
Quarantine: Animals may be subject to quarantine upon arrival based on their health status and country of origin.
Other Regulations: State-level regulations may also apply.

Notes

USDA-APHIS Restrictions: The importation of live swine into the United States is extremely restricted to prevent the introduction of devastating diseases such as Classical Swine Fever (CSF), African Swine Fever (ASF), and Foot-and-Mouth Disease. Import permits from USDA-APHIS are mandatory and often require the animals to originate from regions recognized as free of these specific diseases.
Duty Rates: U.S. import duty rates for HTS 0103 are generally Free (0%). However, it is critical to verify the specific 10-digit code in the latest USHTS. Certain countries may be subject to tariffs or trade remedies.
Other Agencies: The CDC may have regulations regarding the import of animals that could carry zoonotic diseases.

Declaration Example

Product: A shipment of 50 purebred Angora goat does for breeding and mohair production.

US HTS Code: 0104.21.0010 (Purebred breeding goats)

Unit of Quantity: Number (No.)

General Duty Rate: Free

Additional Requirements: USDA Import Permit, Veterinary Health Certificate, and potentially a waiting period from specific countries.

Related HTS Codes

HTS 0101: Live horses, asses, mules, and hinnies.
HTS 0102: Live bovine animals.
HTS 0204: Meat of sheep or goats, fresh, chilled, or frozen.
HTS 5101: Wool, not carded or combed (from sheep).
HTS 5102: Fine or coarse animal hair, not carded or combed (including mohair from goats).