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U.S. imports of live purebred breeding horses — male (HS 0101210010) totaled $1.1M in June 2026, traded with 22 countries.
Importers of Live Purebred Breeding Horses — Male paid $103K in duties in June 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $1.0M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Live Purebred Breeding Horses — Male imports of $1.1M in June 2026 ran 42% above the year-to-date monthly average of $755K.
This 10-digit HTS code specifically covers live male horses that are purebred and imported for breeding purposes, most commonly stallions destined for thoroughbred, sport horse, or other registered breed programs. The importation of high-value breeding stallions is a significant segment of the equine trade, often involving complex logistics, specialized quarantine facilities, and substantial insurance valuations. USDA APHIS health and quarantine requirements apply at entry.
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USDA APHIS requires imported stallions to undergo quarantine at an approved facility, with health testing requirements — including for equine infectious anemia and other diseases — varying based on the country of origin. The quarantine period and specific protocols are determined by APHIS based on disease risk assessments.
Customs value is generally based on the transaction value — the price actually paid or payable for the horse. For high-value stallions, importers should ensure that all elements of value, including any stud fee arrangements or related transactions, are properly declared in accordance with CBP valuation rules.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BELGIUM | $354K | -- | -$354K |
| IRELAND | $313K | -- | -$313K |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $280K | -- | -$280K |
| NETHERLANDS | $46K | -- | -$46K |
| CANADA | $26K | -- | -$26K |
No geographic breakdown available
U.S. trade for this product is not broken down by state or port in the latest Census Bureau release.