Frozen Chicken Tails
Frozen chicken tails, also known as parson's noses, are the fatty tail ends of chickens used in broths and traditional dishes. They are classified as 'other' frozen offal of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, often imported as part of mixed offal packs.
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 tails are packaged with chicken livers as a single product
Mixed offal packs containing livers may be classified under the specific liver tariff item.
If the tails come from spent fowl
Offal from spent fowl is classified under the dedicated tariff item for spent fowl.
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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
• As a within access commitment item, frozen chicken tails are subject to Canada's poultry tariff-rate quota; secure a quota allocation or permit to avoid the higher over access commitment rate
• Verify that the product is fit for human consumption, as unfit products are excluded from Chapter 02
• Work with a customs broker to confirm the correct classification if tails are mixed with other offal
Related Products under Tariff item 0207.14.91
Frozen Chicken Backs
Frozen chicken backs are the spinal carcass remnants remaining after prime cuts have been removed. They are valued for making stocks and broths due to their rich flavour. These are edible cuts of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, frozen, and fall under the 'Other' category of this tariff item.
Frozen Chicken Breasts
Frozen chicken breasts are skinless or skin-on pectoral muscle cuts, a staple in retail and food processing. They are edible cuts of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, frozen, and are not specifically named in the tariff item, thus falling under 'Other'. They are ready for cooking or further processing.
Frozen Chicken Drumettes
Frozen chicken drumettes are the meaty upper wing portions cut from chicken wings, commonly used in appetizers and party platters. They are classified as 'other' frozen cuts of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, excluding legs, thighs, or breasts, and are subject to Canada's tariff-rate quota for poultry.
Frozen Chicken Drumsticks
Frozen chicken drumsticks are the lower leg portions of chicken, bone-in and ready for grilling or frying. They are edible cuts of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, frozen, and are not specifically listed in the tariff item, so they fall under 'Other'. They are a common retail and foodservice product.
Frozen Chicken Feet
Frozen chicken feet are the pedal extremities of chickens, commonly exported for Asian markets as a snack or delicacy. They are edible offal of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, frozen, and are not specifically named in the tariff item, thus falling under 'Other'. They must be fit for human consumption.
Frozen Chicken Frames
Frozen chicken frames are bone-in carcasses remaining after prime cuts are removed, used for broth production. They are edible cuts of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, frozen, and are not specifically listed, so they fall under 'Other'. They are a by-product of poultry processing.