Fresh Brown Chicken Eggs Grade A Large from Japan
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.
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%
Import Tips
• 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