Chickens
Live poultry of the following kinds: Chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys and guineas: > Other: > Chickens
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 0105.94.00.00
Broiler Chickens (Live)
Live broiler chickens raised primarily for meat production, weighing under 185g each upon import. Classified under HTS 0105.94.00.00 as live chickens (o/other), distinct from hatching eggs or table eggs. These young birds are imported for fattening in commercial operations.
Layer Hens (Live Pullets)
Live young female chickens (pullets) imported for egg production in commercial layer operations. Falls under HTS 0105.94.00.00 as live chickens of the 'other' category, excluding those for immediate slaughter or hatching.
Breeder Chickens (Live)
Live adult chickens imported as breeding stock for poultry farms to produce future generations. HTS 0105.94.00.00 covers these as 'other' live chickens, provided they are not day-old chicks or specifically for hatcheries.
Live Show Chickens
Live chickens of fancy breeds imported for poultry shows, exhibitions, or hobby farms. Classified under HTS 0105.94.00.00 as other live chickens, excluding those for meat or egg production.
Organic Broiler Chickens (Live)
Live broiler chickens certified organic under exporting country standards, imported for organic meat production. HTS 0105.94.00.00 applies to all live chickens regardless of organic status, which affects labeling not classification.
Poultry Farm Replacement Chickens
Live chickens imported to replace losses in existing commercial flocks. Covered by HTS 0105.94.00.00 as other live chickens for farm restocking purposes.