Day-Old Chicken Chicks
Day-old layer chicks imported for egg production farms. These are live chickens under the tariff item's scope, classified as other live chickens for over access commitment.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 154.5% | — | 154.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 154.5% | — | 154.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 154.5% | — | 154.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 154.5% | — | 154.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 154.5% | — | 154.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the chicks are imported within the access commitment
This sibling item covers the same chicks but within the access commitment, which may have different duty rates.
If the chicks are not for breeding purposes
This item covers other live chickens not classified under the breeding-specific items.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure chicks are accompanied by a CFIA import permit and veterinary health certificate
• Verify that the chicks are not classified under other specific chicken headings
• Check the over access commitment status with CBSA to confirm duty rates
Related Products under Tariff item 0105.99.12
Live Squab Pigeons
Young squab pigeons under 28 days for gourmet meat production. Though pigeons are not explicitly listed, they are classified as 'other' poultry when farm-raised, fitting this tariff item.
Multi-Breed Poultry Assortment
Mixed assortment of starter poultry including chickens, ducks, and guineas for backyard farms. This mixed shipment falls under the 'other' live poultry category for over access commitment.
Rare Breed Ducklings
Runner, Appleyard, and other rare heritage ducklings for breed preservation. These are 'other' live ducks under weight limits, fitting this tariff item.