0207.12.00/Frozen Kosher Whole Chicken/Japan

Frozen Kosher Whole Chicken from Japan

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 — 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%

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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