Canned Chicken Gizzard Pâté
Canned chicken gizzard pâté is a smooth, preserved spread made from ground chicken gizzards and fat, sealed in tins. It falls under this tariff item as a prepared or preserved product of chicken (poultry of heading 01.05), specifically offal, and it is not a prepared meal or a liver-based product.
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
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 pâté is packaged in a plastic tub or other non-can/jar container
Other chicken preparations not in cans or glass jars are classified under the residual sibling item.
If the product were made from chicken liver instead of gizzards
Liver preparations are classified under subheading 1602.20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is packed in a can or glass jar to match the tariff item
• Provide a clear description that the product is made from gizzards, not liver, to avoid misclassification
• Keep records of the cooking and preservation process to demonstrate it is a prepared product
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