Frozen Free-Range Whole Chicken from Japan
Whole chicken from free-range farming, frozen uncut for preservation. Classified in HTS 0207.12.00 as standard frozen whole chicken meat, regardless of farming method. Production claims do not impact tariff heading.
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
• Substantiate free-range claims with farm certs for labeling; comply with COOL country of origin
• Test for residues per FSIS rules
• Common error: classifying as organic without USDA organic seal