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U.S. exports of live asses (HS 0101300000) totaled $6K in June 2026, traded with 1 country.
Covers the importation and exportation of live donkeys (asses) for purposes such as agricultural work, breeding, or recreational use. Trade in live asses is subject to USDA APHIS veterinary import permits and health certification requirements. Volume is relatively low compared to other equine categories, with primary trade flows involving Mexico and select European countries.
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Importers must obtain a USDA APHIS veterinary import permit and provide a health certificate issued by an accredited veterinarian in the country of origin. Animals may also be subject to quarantine inspection upon arrival at a designated port of entry.
Tariff treatment depends on the country of origin. Under USMCA, live asses from Mexico and Canada may qualify for preferential duty rates. Importers should verify current HTS duty rates and applicable trade agreement eligibility before shipment.
Live animals must enter through USDA-approved ports of entry that have animal import facilities. Common ports include those along the US-Mexico border and major international airports with APHIS-staffed inspection stations.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | -- | $6K | +$6K |
| MEXICO | -- | -- | -- |
| PARAGUAY | -- | -- | -- |
| SPAIN | -- | -- | -- |
| SAUDI ARABIA | -- | -- | -- |
No geographic breakdown available
U.S. trade for this product is not broken down by state or port in the latest Census Bureau release.