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US Tariffs on Live Animals from Australia — 10% (2026)

Tariff Rate Breakdown

10%
Section 122 Base
10%
Total Effective Rate

US-Australia FTA — qualifying goods may enter duty-free

Live Animals from Australia represent an important segment of bilateral trade, with approximately $42B in total bilateral trade.

The current tariff framework for live animals from Australia reflects the post-SCOTUS landscape: a 10% Section 122 tariff replaced the previously higher IEEPA rates after the Court's February 2026 ruling.

The Section 122 tariff is subject to a 150-day statutory time limit and is set to expire approximately July 24, 2026, unless Congress acts to extend or replace it. Importers should monitor legislative developments closely as this deadline approaches.

Live Animals (HTS Chapter 1) generally enter duty-free at the MFN level, with the Section 122 tariff as the primary duty. No additional Section 232 or Section 301 surcharges apply to most products in this category from Australia.

Australia is party to the US-Australia FTA, which may provide preferential or duty-free access for qualifying live animals. Importers should verify rules of origin requirements to take advantage of preferential rates.

Key products in HTS Chapter 1 imported from Australia include Live cattle, Live horses, Live swine, Live sheep and goats, Live poultry, and Live fish.

Common Products in Chapter 1

Live cattleLive horsesLive swineLive sheep and goatsLive poultryLive fishLive crustaceansPurebred breeding animals

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current tariff rate on live animals from Australia?
As of March 2026, live animals from Australia face a base tariff of 10% under Section 122. The effective rate can be up to 10%.
Will the tariff on live animals from Australia change?
The Section 122 tariff of 10% expires approximately July 24, 2026, unless Congress extends it. Monitor legislative developments for updates.
How did the Supreme Court ruling affect live animals imports from Australia?
The Supreme Court's February 20, 2026 ruling struck down IEEPA reciprocal tariffs as exceeding presidential authority. The president signed a replacement 10% tariff under Section 122 the same day, effective February 24. Qualifying goods under US-Australia FTA may still enter duty-free.

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🇦🇺 All tariffs from Australia
Chapter 1: Live Animals
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