Live Purebred Breeding Cattle

The dairy/non-dairy distinction reflects different commercial and regulatory contexts: dairy breeding animals (bulls used for semen collection, replacement heifers) move primarily through genetic-improvement supply chains, while beef breeding stock serves seedstock operations. The split allows customs data to track these distinct trade flows separately, and the classification can affect which APHIS permit conditions apply.

USDA APHIS requires a health certificate attesting to the animal's BSE risk status and country-of-origin compliance with APHIS BSE regulations. Canada is recognized under a specific APHIS BSE risk classification, which governs the age and traceability requirements for eligible animals. Importers should confirm current APHIS guidance, as requirements can be updated in response to disease surveillance findings.