Bronze Turkey Chicks from China
Bronze turkey chicks are heritage breed poults under 185 grams, valued for their flavorful meat and resilience. Classified under HTS 0105.12.00.00 as live turkeys not exceeding the weight limit, distinguishing them from heavier birds. Ideal for small-scale farming and heritage poultry operations.
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
• Verify breed purity with pedigree documentation if required; use approved airlines for air shipment to minimize stress
• Watch for misclassification by weight—re-weigh at port to prevent duty adjustments