Breeder Chickens (Live) from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Submit detailed pedigree and genetic line info with VS 17-29 certificate for approval
• Pre-clear with state veterinarians for destination farm quarantine sites
• Avoid misdeclaring as broilers; CBP audits breeding intent via end-use statements