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How to Import Brazilian Chicken Paws into South Korea

South Korea is both a consumption market and a re-export point for Brazilian chicken paws, with quarantine and inspection handled by APQA before any container is released.

APQA quarantine and approved establishments

Every shipment of frozen chicken paws entering South Korea passes through quarantine and inspection administered by the Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency (APQA). Product must come from a Brazilian SIF plant that is approved and eligible to export to Korea, and must travel with the veterinary health certificate confirming origin and condition. The full cold chain and certification requirements are covered in how to import chicken paws from Brazil.

Ports and cold chain

Busan and Incheon are the main discharge ports for reefer containers from Brazil. Maintaining an unbroken −18 °C cold chain from loading to APQA release is essential — see our cold chain & reefer shipping guide for how temperature is monitored and logged across the voyage.

Delivery terms and payment

Shipments to South Korea are typically sold CIF reefer, with the exporter arranging freight and insurance through to the Korean port. Payment is most commonly settled by documentary letter of credit (L/C), with documents released against presentation of the health certificate, certificate of origin, packing list and bill of lading.

Sourcing chicken paws for South Korea

Duna Trading supplies Grade A frozen chicken paws from SIF-registered Brazilian plants, shipped to South Korea under Incoterms 2020 (FOB · CFR · CIF), full −18 °C cold chain, DLC/SBLC payment (UCP 600) and inspection at loading. Tell us your product, quantity and destination and the São Paulo desk reverts with a quotation.

Importing into South Korea — FAQ

Common questions about importing chicken paws into South Korea.

Who regulates frozen chicken paw imports in South Korea?

The Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency (APQA) oversees quarantine and inspection of imported frozen poultry, including chicken paws. Product must originate from an approved, eligible establishment and arrive with the required health certification.

Do Korean buyers only import chicken paws for domestic consumption?

No. Korean trading companies buy Brazilian chicken paws both for the domestic market and for re-export to other Asian buyers, which is why volumes through Korean ports can exceed pure domestic demand.

Which ports handle frozen chicken paw containers in South Korea?

Busan and Incheon are the principal ports for reefer containers of Brazilian chicken paws, with Busan handling the larger share of transshipment and re-export volumes.