Canned Chicken Noodle Soup
A ready-to-heat soup combining chicken pieces, noodles, and vegetables in a seasoned broth, sealed in an airtight tin can for long-term shelf stability. It is classified under this tariff item as a prepared chicken-based meal in cans or glass jars, with chicken as the predominant meat component by weight.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the soup is packaged in a flexible pouch or other non-rigid container
This alternative covers other prepared chicken products not in cans or glass jars.
If the soup is a prepared meal and imported within the access commitment quota
Prepared meals of chicken may fall under this item if quota conditions are met.
If the product is a soup preparation not containing substantial chicken pieces
Soups and broths and preparations therefor are classified in Chapter 21 when not meeting Chapter 16 criteria.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product's chicken content exceeds 20% by weight to qualify for Chapter 16 classification
• Verify the can's labeling meets Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) bilingual requirements
• Be aware that this item is not within a tariff-rate quota, so no quota permit is needed, but standard duty applies
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