Frozen Chicken Backs
Frozen chicken backs consist of the backbones and attached meat from chicken carcasses, used in stocks. HTS 0207.14.00.40 covers them as 'other' frozen cuts and offal of chickens. They are bone-in scraps not fitting specific leg or breast categories.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fresh or chilled instead of frozen
Fresh/chilled chicken cuts use 0207.12, while frozen shifts to 0207.14.
If cooked into soup bases
Any cooking or preservation moves to Chapter 16 prepared foods.
If animal blood extracted
Chapter Note (c) directs blood products to 0511.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label clearly as 'chicken backs' to distinguish from wholes or quarters during CBP exam
• Test for pathogens; high-risk offal requires enhanced FSIS sampling
• Track origin quotas if from quota-limited countries like Brazil or China
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Frozen Chicken Wings
Frozen chicken wings are the wing portions of chicken carcasses, separated and frozen for preservation. They fall under HTS 0207.14.00.40 as 'other' cuts and offal of frozen chickens, distinct from breasts, legs, or whole birds. This classification applies to bulk-packed wings not further processed.
Frozen Chicken Drumettes
Frozen chicken drumettes are the meaty upper wing portions cut from chicken wings, popular for appetizers. Classified under HTS 0207.14.00.40 as 'other' frozen chicken cuts and offal, excluding legs, thighs, or breasts. They are imported in bulk for foodservice or retail repackaging.
Frozen Chicken Necks
Frozen chicken necks are the neck portions of chicken carcasses, often used in soups or pet food. They are 'other' offal under HTS 0207.14.00.40 for frozen chicken cuts and offal, separate from livers or hearts. Typically imported in bulk for processing.
Frozen Chicken Paws
Frozen chicken paws are the feet removed from chicken legs, valued in Asian cuisine. They classify as 'other' offal under HTS 0207.14.00.40 for frozen chicken cuts. Bone-in and skin-on, they are bulk imported.
Frozen Chicken Gizzards
Frozen chicken gizzards are the muscular stomachs of chickens, cleaned and frozen for culinary use. HTS 0207.14.00.40 includes them as 'other' frozen offal, not singled out like livers. Often sold to ethnic markets.
Frozen Chicken Wing Midsections
Frozen chicken wing midsections are the center flat parts separated from full wings. They are 'other' cuts under HTS 0207.14.00.40 for frozen chicken, bulk-packed for restaurants. Excludes drumettes or tips.