Frozen Duck Legs
Frozen duck legs, consisting of the lower limbs of ducks, are classified under HTS 0207.45.00.40 as other frozen duck meat excluding breasts and mechanically separated meat. This product is fresh or frozen poultry offal from ducks of heading 0105, not unfit for human consumption per chapter notes.
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 boneless
Boneless frozen duck cuts excluding breasts fall under a separate subheading for boneless duck meat.
If specifically duck breasts
Frozen duck breasts have a dedicated statistical suffix, distinguishing them from other cuts.
If cooked or prepared
Cooked or preserved duck meat shifts to Chapter 16 for prepared or preserved meat products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain USDA FSIS prior approval and health certificates confirming the meat is from healthy ducks and frozen promptly
• Declare full dutiable weight including bones and skin as per US notes; no allowances for normal components
• Verify product does not exceed any poultry import quotas and include country of origin documentation
Related Products under HTS 0207.45.00.40
Frozen Duck Gizzards
Frozen duck gizzards, muscular stomachs cleaned for eating, are other frozen duck meat under HTS 0207.45.00.40. Distinguish from excluded non-edible guts.
Frozen Whole Duck Carcasses
Frozen whole duck carcasses, plucked and eviscerated but otherwise intact, are 'other' frozen duck meat under HTS 0207.45.00.40. This covers poultry of heading 0105 not specifically breasts or mechanically separated, suitable for human consumption.
Frozen Duck Wings
Frozen duck wings, separated and packaged for food service, qualify as other frozen duck meat under HTS 0207.45.00.40. These are edible poultry parts from ducks, excluding breasts and mechanically deboned meat.
Frozen Duck Thighs
Frozen duck thighs with bone-in, ideal for roasting, are classified as other frozen duck meat in HTS 0207.45.00.40. This subheading captures miscellaneous frozen duck cuts from heading 0105 poultry.
Frozen Duck Necks
Frozen duck necks, often used in stocks or pet food (human-grade), fall under other frozen duck meat HTS 0207.45.00.40. Excludes products unfit per chapter notes.
Frozen Duck Drumettes
Frozen duck drumettes, the meaty upper wing portion, are other frozen duck meat under HTS 0207.45.00.40. Suitable for appetizers, from ducks of heading 0105.