Day-Old Cornish Cross Broiler Chicks from China
These are newly hatched Cornish Cross hybrid chicks weighing under 185 grams, bred specifically for meat production in broiler operations. They fall under HTS 0105.11.00.40 as live chickens not exceeding 185g and classified as 'other' beyond breeding stock. This lightweight category covers starter chicks imported for commercial poultry farming.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain a VS 17-29 Import Health Certificate from USDA APHIS verifying disease-free status and flock health prior to shipment
• Ensure chicks are vaccinated against Newcastle disease and avian influenza; provide vaccination records to avoid quarantine