Frozen Free-Range Whole Chicken from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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