Hy-Line Silver Layer Chicks
Hy-Line Silver breed day-old chicks for layer-type breeding programs in cage-free egg operations. These lightweight birds (≤185g) are purebred stock optimized for white egg production. Classified as 0105.11.00.10 layer-type chicken breeders.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as purebred but for exhibition
Horses or other animals for exhibition may shift to Chapter 01 heading 0101.
If broiler breeding stock under 185g
Meat-type broiler breeders have separate identification within the same weight class.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Coordinate with USDA Area Veterinarian in Charge for pre-import facility inspection
• Label shipments clearly as 'breeding stock - layer type' to expedite customs processing
• Budget for 30-day quarantine costs; pitfall is underestimating holding facility fees
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White Leghorn Layer Breeding Chickens
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ISA Brown Hybrid Layer Breeding Chicks
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Lohmann Brown Layer Breeding Stock
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Shaver Star Layer Hybrid Chicks
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Babcock White Layer Breeding Chickens
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