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Live Animals from India Tariff: 10% (2026)

Tariff Rate Breakdown

10%

Section 122 Base

10%

Effective Rate

India is a significant source of live animals imports into the United States, with approximately $130B in total bilateral trade.

As of mid-2026, live animals imports from India 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 Learning Resources v. Trump (with V.O.S. Selections) 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 (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 India.

Key products in HTS Chapter 1 imported from India 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 India?

As of mid-2026, live animals from India face a base tariff of 10% under Section 122. The effective rate is about 10% on the most-affected products.

Will the tariff on live animals from India 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 India?

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.