U.S. exports of Purebred Swine Breeding Animals, Live (SITC 00131) totaled $289K in December 2025, exported to 2 countries.
Last updated: December 2025 dataPurebred breeding swine — boars and gilts registered with a recognized breed association — are imported primarily to introduce superior genetics into US commercial hog production, a sector where genetic improvement directly affects feed conversion and carcass yield. USDA APHIS requires health certification and quarantine at an approved facility, with African swine fever (ASF) country status now a critical admissibility factor given the disease's global spread. Establishing purebred status through breed registry documentation is a classification prerequisite; animals that cannot be so certified are reclassified under the commercial swine heading. Admissibility is complex — consult a licensed customs broker or USDA APHIS before importing.
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USDA APHIS restricts live swine imports from countries or zones where African swine fever is present or not adequately controlled. Importers must verify that the source country holds current APHIS approval for live swine exports, as ASF outbreaks can trigger rapid changes to country eligibility, disrupting planned genetic importation programs.
APHIS requires that imported breeding swine undergo quarantine at an APHIS-approved facility for a specified period, during which animals are tested for designated diseases. The duration and testing protocol depend on the country of origin and current disease-risk assessments. Importers should coordinate with APHIS well in advance, as approved quarantine facility capacity can be limited.
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Basic heading 00131 · $289K of $11.7B
Exports · December 2025
destination
Philippines and Vietnam together take 69% of it.
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Through December 2025 · imports 2 of 12 months reported, exports 5 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.