Fertilized Bird Eggs for Incubation (Other Than Chickens)

Turkey, duck, goose, quail, and ratite (ostrich, emu) hatching eggs are the most commercially significant species under this heading. All are consolidated into a single 10-digit line, 0407190000, without species-specific subdivisions at the tariff level. However, USDA APHIS permit conditions and health certificate requirements can vary by species, so importers should confirm the applicable APHIS regulations for each bird type before shipment.

A USDA APHIS import permit, a health certificate issued by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) attesting to the flock's disease-free status, and compliance with any current HPAI-related regional restrictions are all required. Canada's integrated poultry sector and shared HPAI surveillance programs with the US generally facilitate smoother permit processing, but importers should verify that the specific flock and region of origin are currently eligible under APHIS rules.