Canned Chicken and Rice Meal
This is a complete meal consisting of cooked chicken pieces, rice, carrots, and broth, sealed in a tin can for shelf stability. It qualifies as a prepared meal under tariff item 1602.39.10 because it is a ready-to-eat poultry-based dish, not simply preserved meat or offal.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 11% | — | 11% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 11% | — | 11% |
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 meal is not considered a complete prepared meal (e.g., just chicken with sauce, no side dish).
The 'Other' tariff item covers prepared poultry not meeting the 'prepared meals' definition.
If the meal contains more than 20% turkey by weight and is a specially defined mixture.
Turkey-based meals may fall under the turkey-specific tariff item if they meet the supplementary note criteria.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is labeled as a 'prepared meal' with cooking instructions, as this supports classification under 1602.39.10
• Verify the chicken content exceeds 20% by weight to meet Chapter 16 note 2 requirements
• Declare the product under the 'Prepared meals' tariff item, not as simple preserved poultry, to avoid reclassification
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