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US Tariffs on Live Animals from China — 35% (2026)

Tariff Rate Breakdown

10%
Section 122 Base
25%
Section 301
35%
Total Effective Rate

Live Animals from China represent an important segment of bilateral trade, with approximately $575B in total bilateral trade.

As of March 2026, live animals imports from China face a base tariff rate of 10% under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. This rate replaced the previous IEEPA reciprocal tariff following the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling in V.O.S. Selections Inc. v. United States on February 20, 2026.

Under the Trade Act of 1974, Section 122 tariffs are limited to 150 days. The current 10% rate expires around July 24, 2026. Congressional action would be required to extend these tariffs beyond that date.

Live Animals from China are also subject to Section 301 tariffs, which range from 25% to 100% depending on the specific product classification. Section 301 tariffs were not affected by the Supreme Court ruling and remain in full effect. Combined with the Section 122 base rate, importers may face effective rates of 35% or more.

Key products in HTS Chapter 1 imported from China 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 China?
As of March 2026, live animals from China face a base tariff of 10% under Section 122. Additional Section 301 tariffs of 25-100% apply. The effective rate can be up to 35%.
Will the tariff on live animals from China change?
The Section 122 tariff of 10% expires approximately July 24, 2026, unless Congress extends it. Section 301 tariffs on Chinese goods have no set expiration. Monitor legislative developments for updates.
How did the Supreme Court ruling affect live animals imports from China?
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.

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