Pasteurized In-Shell Chicken Eggs from Japan
Fresh chicken eggs pasteurized in-shell to eliminate Salmonella while maintaining fresh status, from Gallus domesticus. Still classified under HTS 0407.21.00 as fresh eggs since pasteurization doesn't constitute preservation per HTS notes.
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
• FDA prior notice required for pasteurized eggs; provide pasteurization validation records
• Label clearly as 'pasteurized' to distinguish from raw fresh eggs
• Verify treatment doesn't alter fresh classification per CBP rulings