HS Code for Chicken deli meat

Chicken deli meat is classified under HS code 1602.32. Chapter 16 covers 'Preparations of meat, of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates.' Heading 1602 is used for 'Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal or blood.' The subheading 32 specifically identifies preparations made from fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (chicken). To fall under this code, the meat must have undergone processing beyond the simple chilling, freezing, or basic cutting described in Chapter 2. This includes cooking, steaming, grilling, frying, or seasoning. Deli meats, which are typically cured, cooked, and often sliced or shaped, meet these criteria. The classification is also dependent on the meat content; according to Chapter 16 Note 2, the preparation must contain more than 20% by weight of meat or offal.

Products Included

• Cooked chicken breast slices
• Chicken roll or deli loaf
• Canned chicken meat in brine
• Pre-packaged sliced chicken deli meat
• Seasoned and roasted chicken strips

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification is 0207.11 through 0207.14, which covers fresh, chilled, or frozen chicken meat. If the chicken is merely frozen and not cooked or seasoned, it belongs in Chapter 2. Another error is 1601.00, which is reserved for sausages; if the chicken deli meat is technically a sausage (meat pressed into a casing), it must be moved to 1601.00 regardless of the meat type.

FAQ

What is the HS code for chicken deli meat?

The HS code for prepared or preserved chicken meat, such as deli meat, is 1602.32.

Is smoked chicken classified under this code?

Yes, if the chicken is smoked and cooked, it is classified under 1602.32. However, if it is only smoked and still technically raw, it might fall under Chapter 2 depending on the specific process.