Frozen Duck Egg Yolks
Pure frozen egg yolks sourced from duck eggs, preserved through freezing without added sugar. Classified under HTS 0408.99.00.00 as preserved bird's egg yolks not in shell, specifically from non-chicken birds. Meets criteria for 'other' preserved egg products beyond fresh or shell eggs.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in shell and infertile
Birds' eggs in shell, not for hatching, fall under heading 0407 regardless of preservation method.
If containing added non-milk ingredients or flavors
Egg yolks mixed with other food preparations or additives shift to Chapter 21 food preparations.
If derived from chicken eggs
Chicken egg yolks, whether fresh, dried or preserved, are specifically classified under 0408.91.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify egg source certification to confirm non-chicken bird origin; obtain USDA import permit for avian products; check for any wild bird egg prohibitions under US notes
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