Fresh Whole Rock Cornish Hen
A fresh whole Rock Cornish hen—a cross-breed young chicken weighing under 2 pounds, presented uncut. As a young chicken of the species Gallus domesticus, it is classified here as fresh, whole, and not cut into pieces under heading 01.05. This specialty poultry is popular for holiday meals and is fit for human consumption.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5% | — | 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 Rock Cornish hens are cut into pieces
Cut poultry, even from small breeds, is classified under chicken cuts, not whole birds.
If the birds are spent fowl rather than young hens
Spent fowl are classified separately under the same subheading for whole, fresh or chilled chickens.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• This product is subject to Canada's tariff-rate quota for poultry; secure a quota allocation or permit before importing to avoid the higher over access commitment rate
• Verify the hens are fresh, whole, and not cut into pieces to match the tariff description
• Provide CBSA with proof of the product's suitability for human consumption and any required permits
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