Frozen Whole Duck Carcasses
Frozen whole duck carcasses, plucked and eviscerated but otherwise intact, are classified as 'other' frozen duck meat under tariff item 0207.45.90. This product is not specifically listed as breasts, legs, or mechanically separated meat, and thus falls under the residual 'other' category for frozen ducks.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product consists solely of duck livers
Duck livers are specifically classified under this sibling tariff item within the same subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the carcasses are clearly marked as fit for human consumption to avoid rejection under Chapter 2 note 1(a)
• Verify that the product is not classified as a liver (0207.45.10) or as a processed meat, which may fall under a different statistical code
Related Products under Tariff item 0207.45.90
Frozen Duck Backs
Frozen duck backs, consisting of the spinal section with attached meat and bones, are classified as other frozen duck products. They are edible poultry parts for human consumption or further processing, not excluded by chapter notes.
Frozen Duck Drumettes
Frozen duck drumettes, the meaty upper wing portion, are classified as other frozen duck products. They are edible poultry parts for appetizers, not excluded by chapter notes.
Frozen Duck Feet
Frozen duck feet, edible offal commonly used in soups, are classified as other frozen duck products. They are not excluded by chapter notes and are fit for human consumption.
Frozen Duck Gizzards
Frozen duck gizzards, edible muscular stomachs, are classified as other frozen duck products. They are fit for human consumption and not excluded by chapter notes.
Frozen Duck Hearts
Frozen whole duck hearts, edible offal for human consumption, are classified as other frozen duck products. They are not excluded by chapter notes and fall under this residual item.
Frozen Duck Legs
Frozen duck legs, consisting of lower limbs, are classified as other frozen duck products. They are edible poultry parts for human consumption, not excluded by chapter notes.