Identification Of Reactor Cattle And Bison

01. “T” Branding and Tagging. Reactor cattle and bison shall be identified by branding the letter “T ” on the left hip near the tailhead, not less than two (2) inches and not more than three (3) inches high, and by taggin g with an approved metal eartag bearing a serial number and inscription “U.S. Reactor” or a similar State reactor ta g suitably attached to the left ear of each animal. (3-31-22) 02. Shipping Without Branding. In lieu of branding, the reactor(s) may be shipped to slaughter in a n officially sealed vehicle or accompanied to slaughter by a state or federal animal health official provided suc h reactor(s) have the letters “TB” sprayed on the left hip with yellow paint. (3-31-22) 251. -- 259. (RESERVED)