HTS US: 0207.XX.XXXX
Description
This heading encompasses all edible parts of birds, other than domestic chickens, presented in three states:
- Fresh:
- Meat that has not been preserved, often stored at a temperature just above freezing for a limited time.
- Chilled: Meat that has been cooled to a temperature around 0°C (32°F) but remains unfrozen.
- Frozen: Meat that has been brought to and maintained at a temperature of -18°C (0°F) or lower for preservation.
The meat can be with or without bone (boneless).
Code Hierarchy
- Section I:
- Live Animals; Animal Products (Chapters 01-05)
- Chapter 02: Meat and Edible Meat Offal
- Heading 0207: Meat of other poultry, fresh, chilled or frozen.
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
0207.XX.XXXX– The final digits specify the exact type and preparation.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 4-digit HS heading 0207 is broken down into specific 6-digit and 10-digit codes based on the type and state of the poultry meat.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0207.11 | Carcasses and half-carcasses, fresh or chilled | The primary form after slaughter, often for further butchering. |
0207.11.0000 |
Carcasses/half-carcasses of other poultry, fresh or chilled | |
| 0207.12 | Carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen | Frozen whole or half bodies of other poultry. |
0207.12.0000 |
Carcasses/half-carcasses of other poultry, frozen | |
| 0207.19 | Other meat, fresh or chilled (e.g., cuts) | Includes fresh/chilled cuts from various poultry. |
0207.19.1000 |
Breasts, thighs and cuts thereof, fresh or chilled | |
0207.19.9000 |
Other meat, fresh or chilled (e.g., wings, drumsticks) | |
| 0207.21 | Breasts, frozen | Frozen poultry breasts, a common commodity. |
0207.21.0000 |
Frozen breasts of other poultry | |
| 0207.29 | Other meat, frozen (e.g., assorted cuts) | Includes all other frozen cuts, especially mixed. |
0207.29.1000 |
Frozen assorted cuts of poultry | |
0207.29.9000 |
Other frozen meat of poultry, not specified |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To avoid misclassification, note these exclusions:
- Sausages and similar prepared products
- (e.g., chicken sausage) are classified in Chapter 16.
- Salted, brined, dried, or smoked poultry falls under Chapter 16 (1602.42).
- Poultry fat that is rendered or otherwise extracted is classified under Heading 1501.
- Edible offal (e.g., livers, hearts) of poultry is classified under a different heading, 0206.
Notes
- USDA/FSIS Regulations:
- The importation of fresh, chilled, or frozen poultry into the United States is strictly controlled by the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The meat must originate from countries and establishments approved by the USDA and meet U.S. safety standards.
- Duty Rates: Duty rates vary significantly depending on the specific 10-digit HTS code. Many poultry products are subject to tariff-rate quotas (TRQs), meaning a low duty rate applies to a certain quantity, and a higher rate applies to over-quota imports. Rates can be specific (e.g., cents per kilogram) or ad valorem (a percentage of the value).
- Country of Origin Labeling (COOL): Accurate country-of-origin labeling is required for poultry products.
Declaration Example
Product:
A shipment of frozen, boneless duck breasts from France.
US HTS Code:
0207.29.9000(Other frozen meat of poultry, not specified)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (Often subject to TRQ; may be free under trade agreements)
Additional Requirements: USDA/FSIS import inspection and health certificate.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 0104:
- Live poultry.
- HTS 0206: Edible offal of poultry (fresh, chilled, frozen).
- HTS 1602.42: Prepared or preserved poultry (e.g., sausages).
- HTS 0210.12: Poultry that is salted, dried, or smoked.
