Chicken paws are one of the most valuable poultry exports from Brazil, and mainland China and Hong Kong are by far their largest markets. For an importer, a successful paws programme depends on three things: an eligible plant, a clear grade specification and correct documents.
1. Only GACC-registered plants
China's General Administration of Customs (GACC) keeps a list of overseas plants allowed to export meat to China. A container from a plant that is not on the list — or not listed for that product — will be refused at the border. Ask your supplier for the plant's SIF number and check it against the GACC list before signing.
2. Agree the grade in writing
"Grade A" is a commercial term, so define it in the contract:
- Minimum weight per paw (commonly 35 g or more)
- Yellow outer skin removed, cuticle clean
- No ammonia burns, black pads, bruises or broken bones
- Maximum tolerance for defects per carton
- Packing: usually 20 kg block-frozen cartons, sometimes 1 kg inner bags
3. Documents
Each container needs a MAPA veterinary health certificate in the format agreed between Brazil and China, a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin. Labels must show the plant registration number in the required format.
4. Transit and cold chain
Containers from Santos or Paranaguá usually take 35–45 days to Chinese ports. Paws must stay at −18 °C or colder throughout; ask for the reefer temperature record.
How MARYTHUR helps
We trade paws only from GACC-registered plants, confirm the plant's listing before contract and send draft documents for your approval. See our chicken paws specification or request a quote.
