U.S. exports of Whole Chickens, Fresh or Chilled (Not Cut in Pieces) (HS 020711) totaled $2.4M in August 2026.
Whole Chickens, Fresh or Chilled (Not Cut in Pieces) imports of $1.0M in August 2026 ran 28% above the year-to-date monthly average of $787K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataFresh and chilled whole chickens — classified as either young birds (0207110020) or other whole chickens (0207110040) — represent a temperature-sensitive segment of the poultry trade where cold-chain integrity is paramount and shelf life constrains sourcing geography. Canada is the dominant supplier, with the United Kingdom also contributing, reflecting proximity and FSIS-approved establishment status as key qualifiers for fresh product. USDA FSIS reinspection is mandatory at the port of entry, and the exporting country must maintain an inspection system recognized as equivalent to the US federal system. The age-based split between young and non-young birds affects both classification and commercial pricing.
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75 import shipments a month
The US tariff schedule separates whole fresh or chilled chickens into young birds (0207110020) and all others (0207110040). 'Young' chickens are generally broilers or fryers slaughtered before reaching full maturity, a distinction that can affect both duty rates and commercial grading. Importers should confirm the age or production category with the foreign supplier to ensure correct classification.
Fresh and chilled poultry has a limited shelf life compared to frozen product, making proximity to the US market a critical factor. Canada's geographic advantage and its FSIS-recognized inspection system make it the leading supplier; the United Kingdom's presence reflects established trade relationships and approved establishment infrastructure rather than proximity alone.
Subheading 7 of 19 in heading 0207
Subheading 020711 · $2.4M of $425.7M
ImportsExports
Imports
$1.0MYoY · free account
Exports
$2.4MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $8.9M of Whole Chickens, Fresh or Chilled (Not Cut in Pieces) and exported $22.8M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0207110020 | Chickens, Whole, Young, Fresh or Chilled | $734K | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| 0207110040 | Chickens, Whole, Fresh or Chilled, Except Young | $271K | 0.00% | 0.00% |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0207110040 | Chickens, Whole, Fresh or Chilled, Except Young | $1.6M |
| 0207110020 | Chickens, Whole, Young, Fresh or Chilled | $770K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Exports · August 2026
destination
Mexico and Canada together take 80% of it.
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rate provision · imports
100.0% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 0.00% of imports for consumption.