About HS Code 010229
This category includes live cattle that are not pure-bred breeding animals, encompassing a wide range of livestock traded for fattening (feedlot cattle), commercial dairy production, or immediate slaughter. This is a high-volume segment of the global livestock trade, driven by the demand for beef and dairy products. Importers are typically feedlots, slaughterhouses, and commercial dairy farms, while exporters are often countries with surplus cattle production. Key considerations include animal welfare during transport, stringent disease control measures, weight, age, and market prices for meat or milk production. The focus is on commercial output rather than genetic contribution.
Products Under This Code
Feeder steers, commercial dairy heifers, slaughter cows, stocker calves, beef calves, cull cows, veal calves
Real World Examples
Cattle destined for JBS S.A. feedlots, dairy cows for Arla Foods suppliers, beef cattle for McDonald's supply chain, cattle for local butcher shops
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 010221 (pure-bred breeding cattle) if the animal has some pedigree but is not traded primarily for genetic improvement, leading to incorrect classification.
Products Classified Under 0102.29
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Brazil, Australia, USA, and India are major exporters, with China, Russia, and the Middle East being significant importers for meat and dairy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 010229?
HS code 010229 covers: Cattle; live, other than pure-bred breeding animals. This category includes live cattle that are not pure-bred breeding animals, encompassing a wide range of livestock traded for fattening (feedlot cattle), commercial dairy production, or immediate slaughter. This is a high-volume segment of the global livestock trade, driven by the demand for beef and dairy products. Importers are typically feedlots, slaughterhouses, and commercial dairy farms, while exporters are often countries with surplus cattle production. Key considerations include animal welfare during transport, stringent disease control measures, weight, age, and market prices for meat or milk production. The focus is on commercial output rather than genetic contribution.
What products fall under HS code 010229?
Feeder steers, commercial dairy heifers, slaughter cows, stocker calves, beef calves, cull cows, veal calves
What are common misclassifications for HS code 010229?
Can be confused with 010221 (pure-bred breeding cattle) if the animal has some pedigree but is not traded primarily for genetic improvement, leading to incorrect classification.
How is HS code 010229 structured?
HS code 010229 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (01) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.