Fresh Brown Chicken Eggs Grade A Large
Fresh brown eggs from Gallus domesticus (domestic chickens) in their natural shells, graded A large size with intact shells. These fall under HTS 0407.21.00.90 as 'other' fresh fowl eggs not specifically enumerated in prior subheadings, meeting the criteria for birds' eggs in shell, fresh. They are unpreserved, uncooked, and suitable for direct consumption.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fertilized for hatching
Fertilized eggs intended for incubation and hatching are classified separately under duck/poultry eggs for hatching, not fresh consumption eggs.
If from other poultry species like ducks or turkeys
Eggs from non-Gallus domesticus fowl (e.g., ducks, geese) fall under 'other' fresh bird eggs excluding chickens.
If preserved, cooked, or otherwise processed
Any preservation (pickled, smoked) or cooking moves eggs out of 'fresh in shell' into preserved/cooked categories.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain veterinary health certificates confirming freshness and freedom from contaminants like Salmonella; check for any state-level egg import restrictions
• Ensure proper temperature-controlled shipping to maintain freshness (below 45°F)
• Avoid misclassification as preserved eggs which fall under different subheadings
Related Products under HTS 0407.21.00.90
Fresh White Chicken Eggs Jumbo Size
Fresh white-shelled jumbo eggs from domestic chickens (Gallus domesticus), packed in trays for retail. Classified under 0407.21.00.90 as other fresh fowl eggs in shell, distinct from quail or specific quail eggs. Intended for table use, not hatching.
Organic Free-Range Chicken Eggs Medium
Certified organic medium-sized eggs from free-range Gallus domesticus hens, fresh in shell with USDA organic seal eligibility. HTS 0407.21.00.90 covers these as other fresh chicken eggs, based on species and fresh state, not processing method. Packed for consumer markets.
Farm-Fresh Pasture-Raised Chicken Eggs
Fresh eggs from pasture-raised domestic chickens in natural shells, emphasizing high welfare standards. Falls under 0407.21.00.90 for other fresh Gallus domesticus eggs, as they are unprocessed and in shell. Commonly sold loose or in fiber cartons.
Large Cage-Free Chicken Eggs
Fresh large eggs from cage-free Gallus domesticus hens, in shell for direct consumption. Classified in 0407.21.00.90 as other fresh fowl eggs, meeting shell integrity and freshness criteria per chapter notes. Popular in grocery wholesale.
Extra-Large Omega-3 Enriched Chicken Eggs
Fresh extra-large chicken eggs fortified with omega-3 from hen feed, still in natural shell. HTS 0407.21.00.90 applies as other fresh Gallus domesticus eggs; enrichment doesn't alter fresh in-shell classification per notes. Marketed for health benefits.
Fresh Heritage Breed Chicken Eggs
Eggs from heritage chicken breeds like Rhode Island Red, fresh in shell. Under 0407.21.00.90 for other fresh domestic fowl eggs, as breed doesn't change species classification. Prized for flavor in gourmet markets.