The Chicken Tax: But I Didn't Buy a Chicken!
- SHAR VOLF
- 2 days ago
- 1 min read
Sometimes the smallest line in a transaction carries the biggest financial consequence.
Today I found myself reading about the U.S. "Chicken Tax" while looking at a classic Land Rover Defender 130. The discussion wasn't really about the vehicle—it was about risk disclosure.
One comment suggested that some importers paid the standard duty while others were assessed the 25% Chicken Tax.
That immediately made me think:
If I were a bidder, I'd want to know that before raising my paddle.
As CPAs, attorneys, and business professionals, we spend our careers helping clients identify risks before they become expensive surprises.
Whether you're reviewing an international tax position, purchasing a business, buying real estate, or importing a vehicle, one principle never changes:
The best decisions are made with complete information—not unexpected invoices.
Due diligence isn't about avoiding every risk.
It's about understanding the risks before making the decision.
Sometimes the most valuable question in any transaction is simply:
"What don't I know yet?"
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