ISA Brown Hybrid Layer Breeding Chicks
ISA Brown hybrid day-old chicks designated as layer-type breeding stock for egg-laying operations. These birds are under 185g and selected for superior egg production genetics in commercial flocks. HTS 0105.11.00.10 applies to layer-type chicken breeding stock.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-breeding layer chicks for grow-out
Chicks not specifically for breeding but for direct egg production use other chicken subheadings.
If ducks instead of chickens
Layer-type breeding ducks have their own heading separate from chickens.
If US-origin birds returning after exhibition
US animals returning from abroad may qualify for Chapter 98 duty-free treatment.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include pedigree certificates confirming layer-type breeding purpose; hybrids must demonstrate purebred traits
• Schedule import during cooler months to reduce heat stress mortality in transit
• Avoid misclassification as non-breeding stock by documenting intended use in egg production
Related Products under HTS 0105.11.00.10
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.
White Leghorn Layer Breeding Chickens
Day-old White Leghorn chicks bred specifically as layer-type stock for commercial egg production. These purebred birds weigh under 185g and are imported to establish or replenish breeding flocks focused on high egg output. Classified under HTS 0105.11.00.10 as layer-type breeding chickens.
Lohmann Brown Layer Breeding Stock
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Shaver Star Layer Hybrid Chicks
Shaver Star hybrid layer chicks under 185g imported for breeding stock in commercial table egg production. These birds carry genetics for superior feed conversion and egg quality. Meets criteria for HTS 0105.11.00.10 as layer-type chickens.
Babcock White Layer Breeding Chickens
Babcock White strain chicks weighing not more than 185g, imported as purebred layer-type breeding stock for intensive egg farms. Selected for prolific white egg laying capacity. HTS 0105.11.00.10 designation for layer chicken breeders.