0511.99.40.24 - Dairy cattle

This HTS category specifically covers dairy cattle, which are defined as cattle bred or maintained primarily for the production of milk and milk products. This classification applies to live animals meeting these criteria, regardless of their current milk production status, as their inherent purpose is dairy production.

It is crucial to distinguish this classification from its sibling, 0511.99.40.28 "Other cattle." While both fall under the broader "Cattle embryos" heading, this category is exclusively for animals intended for dairy farming. The sibling category, "Other cattle," would encompass cattle raised for beef production, breeding stock not specifically for dairy, or other purposes unrelated to milk production.

As a leaf node, this classification does not have further subcategories. Therefore, practical classification will rely on verifying the animal's breed characteristics, historical purpose of breeding, or documentation indicating its intended use within the dairy industry to ensure accurate adherence to this specific HTS code.