Pouched Chicken Breast in Water from Mexico
Fully cooked, shredded chicken breast preserved in water and sealed in flexible pouches for shelf stability. Classified under HTS 1602.39.00.45 as other prepared poultry meat, distinct from duck, goose, or specific chicken products like livers.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Ensure FSIS equivalence for processing facilities; non-equivalent countries face import bans
• Include lot traceability on packaging to facilitate recalls if contamination issues arise
• Test for pathogens like Salmonella as per FDA import alerts specific to poultry