Frozen Kosher Whole Chicken from Germany
Whole chicken prepared per Kosher shechita, frozen intact. Classifies under HTS 0207.12.00 for frozen uncut chicken, with Kosher as labeling attribute. Slaughter method does not change meat heading.
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
• Include Kosher agency cert with entry; no special tariff but labeling key
• Monitor for blood removal standards
• Common issue: improper salting mistaken for preservation