Live Swine 50 kg or More (Market & Breeding Hogs)

The US HTS separates hogs at or above 50 kg by intended use: immediate slaughter (0103920010), non-purebred breeding (0103920020), and a residual 'other' category (0103920091). Classification is based on the animal's intended use at the time of importation, not subsequent disposition. Importers should document the intended use in commercial invoices and entry paperwork; misclassification can trigger post-entry audits. A licensed customs broker can help establish the correct classification.

Yes. APHIS can impose emergency restrictions or suspensions based on disease detections in exporting countries — including conditions like African swine fever — sometimes with very short notice. Importers and logistics providers should monitor APHIS import alerts and maintain contingency plans, particularly for shipments with long transit times or those crossing during periods of elevated disease surveillance.