Live Show Chickens from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include invitation letters from show organizers or 4-H/FFA affidavits as proof of non-commercial end-use
• Comply with state-specific poultry show health regs in addition to federal APHIS rules
• Declare breed standards accurately; mislabeling as production birds triggers penalties