Day-Old Freedom Ranger Chicks from Japan
Lightweight (under 185g) day-old Freedom Ranger hybrid chicks for pasture-raised meat production. HTS 0105.11.00.40 applies to these 'other' non-purebred chickens suited for slower-growing broiler systems. Commonly imported by small-scale organic farms.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Register with state vet for import permit; attach USDA VS 9-3 permit if from non-approved regions
• Label shipments clearly as 'live day-old chicks' with brooder requirements to expedite inspection
• Avoid delays by pre-notifying port of entry 72 hours prior; unprepared shipments face holding fees