Buffalo Turkey Mac and Cheese
A frozen meal combining spicy buffalo turkey, pasta elbows, and cheddar sauce. It is classified under this tariff item as a prepared meal containing turkey meat from heading 01.05, meeting the criteria for chapter 16 preparations.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a specially defined mixture with 13% or more non-listed ingredients
Specially defined mixtures have a separate tariff item with potentially different duty treatment.
If imported over the access commitment and contains bone-in turkey
Over access commitment imports are classified separately and subject to higher duties.
If the meal is not a prepared meal but packaged in cans or glass jars
Other preparations in cans or glass jars are classified under a different item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is within the access commitment for turkey preparations; imports without a quota allocation or permit pay the higher over access commitment rate
• Verify the turkey content exceeds 20% by weight to qualify for chapter 16
• Keep detailed ingredient and weight documentation for CBSA inspection
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