Whole Turkeys, Fresh or Chilled

Whole fresh or chilled turkeys—the format most associated with seasonal retail demand—classify under a single 10-digit line (0207240000) and require USDA FSIS reinspection at an approved port of entry. Canada is the primary recorded supplier, a pattern consistent with the integrated North American poultry market and the logistical advantages of cross-border fresh product movement. Importers should be aware that USDA APHIS regionalization policies for avian influenza apply to turkeys as well as chickens, and eligibility status can change rapidly during active outbreak periods. Seasonal demand spikes around major US holidays create concentrated import windows that require advance planning with FSIS-designated ports.