Potted Chicken Spread from Japan
Pasteurized potted chicken meat spread made from ground chicken, seasonings, and gelatin, sold in jars. Falls under HTS 1602.32.00.40 as 'other' prepared chicken products of heading 0105 poultry. Distinct from pâtés if not liver-based.
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
• Include nutritional facts panels and allergen declarations (e.g
• soy in seasonings) as required by FDA for processed meats
• Ensure commercial sterility testing documentation to clear CBP/FDA inspections for low-acid canned foods
• Avoid reclassification errors by confirming it's not a mixture with over 50% other meats, which could go to 1602.90