An application has been initiated in respect of an increase in the rates of customs duty on frozen chicken meat. The application pertains to five tariff subheadings 0207.12.20, 0207.12.90, 0207.14.10, 0207.14.20, and 0207.14.90 requesting the imposition of either a specific rate of customs duty or a formula (rated) rate of customs duty to the bound rate. The proposal is for an increase in the rate of customs duty on two tariff subheadings 0207.12.20 and 0201.12.90 to a specific customs duty which is capped, and three tariff subheadings 0207.14.10, 0207.14.20, and 0207.14.90 to a formula or rated duty customs duty which is capped. The application was lodged by the South African Poultry Association (Sapa). Comments are due by 03 May 2013.