Frozen Pork Back Fat Trimmed
Frozen trimmed pork back fat that has been processed to remove meat residues and impurities, making it suitable for human consumption. This product falls under tariff item 0203.29.00 as it is frozen pork meat other than hams, shoulders, and bellies, and is not classifiable as animal fat of Chapter 15.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is primarily pig fat without lean meat
Pig fat, fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, in brine, dried or smoked, is classified under heading 02.09, not as meat of swine.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is clearly labeled as fit for human consumption to avoid exclusion under Chapter Note 1(a)
• Provide a certificate of origin if claiming preferential tariff treatment under a free trade agreement
• Verify that the product is not considered animal fat of Chapter 15, which would change the classification
Related Products under Tariff item 0203.29.00
Frozen Pork Arm Picnic
Frozen arm picnic shoulder cut from the pork shoulder. This cut is not a whole shoulder and is classified under tariff item 0203.29.00 as frozen pork other than hams, shoulders, and bellies.
Frozen Pork Back Ribs
Frozen pork loin back ribs, bone-in, from the loin primal. These ribs are classified under tariff item 0203.29.00 as frozen pork other than hams, shoulders, and bellies, and are fit for human consumption.
Frozen Pork Belly Slices Processed
Frozen pork belly slices that have been skinned, portioned into uniform slices, and vacuum packaged. This processing makes the product ready for retail use, and it is classified under tariff item 0203.29.00 as frozen pork other than hams, shoulders, and bellies in whole or half carcasses.
Frozen Pork Butt Roast
Frozen Boston butt roasts from the pork shoulder, bone-in or boneless. These roasts are sub-cuts of the shoulder and are classified under tariff item 0203.29.00 as frozen pork other than hams, shoulders, and bellies.
Frozen Pork Chop Trim
Frozen trim from pork chop fabrication, consisting of meaty scraps. This product is classified under tariff item 0203.29.00 as frozen pork other than hams, shoulders, and bellies, and is fit for human consumption.
Frozen Pork Country Style Ribs
Frozen country-style ribs from the pork shoulder/butt, cut as boneless strips that mimic ribs. These are classified under tariff item 0203.29.00 as frozen pork other than hams, shoulders, and bellies, and are fit for human consumption.