Day-Old Rhode Island Red Layer Chicks from China
Freshly hatched Rhode Island Red chicks under 185g, selected for egg-laying production in commercial layer operations. Classified under HTS 0105.11.00.40 as 'other' live chickens not over 185g, distinct from breeding purebreds. Ideal for starting pullet flocks in egg farms.
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
• Comply with NPIP (National Poultry Improvement Plan) standards; include flock certification number on import docs
• Use temperature-controlled shipping crates to maintain chick viability; declare exact age and weight on commercial invoice