Chicken and Rice Casserole in Can
A fully cooked casserole of chicken, rice, and creamy sauce, preserved in an airtight can for direct consumption after heating. It is classified under this tariff item as a prepared chicken meal in cans, with chicken as the dominant meat ingredient.
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 casserole is in a plastic tray or other non-canned format
This covers other prepared chicken products not in cans or glass jars.
If the rice content predominates and chicken is a minor ingredient
Prepared rice-based products with less than 20% meat are classified in Chapter 19.
If sold as a prepared meal and imported within the access commitment
Prepared meals of chicken may be classified here under quota conditions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Check that the chicken content is above 20% by weight to meet Chapter 16 requirements
• Ensure the can's packaging complies with CFIA's food safety and labeling rules
• This item is not subject to a tariff-rate quota, so no permit is needed, but standard duty applies
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