Frozen Beef Mesentery
Frozen beef mesentery fat trimmed for cooking or rendering. This is edible offal of bovine animals, frozen, and not covered by more specific headings, so it falls under tariff item 0206.29.00 as 'Other'. It is a niche import for specialty foods.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the mesentery is fresh or chilled
Fresh or chilled bovine offal falls under 0206.10.00.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the mesentery is trimmed of excess fat and is clearly edible for human consumption
• Provide a detailed product description to customs to avoid misclassification as animal fat under Chapter 15
• Check if the product requires a health certificate from the country of origin
Related Products under Tariff item 0206.29.00
Frozen Beef Cheeks
Frozen whole beef cheeks from cattle heads, prized for slow cooking and braising. This product is edible offal of bovine animals, frozen, and not covered by more specific headings, so it falls under tariff item 0206.29.00 as 'Other'.
Frozen Beef Heart
Frozen hearts from cattle, valued for their lean muscle texture in culinary dishes like stews. This is edible offal of bovine animals, frozen, and not classified under more specific headings, so it falls under tariff item 0206.29.00 as 'Other'.
Frozen Beef Lungs
Frozen bovine lungs, primarily for pet food but edible grade available, sourced from healthy cattle. This product is edible offal of bovine animals, frozen, and not excluded by Chapter 2 notes, so it falls under tariff item 0206.29.00 as 'Other'.
Frozen Beef Omasum
Frozen beef tripe (omasum), a honeycomb beef stomach lining used in soups worldwide. This is edible offal of bovine animals, frozen, and not excluded by Chapter 2 notes, so it falls under tariff item 0206.29.00 as 'Other'. Popular in Asian and Latin markets.
Frozen Beef Paunch
Frozen beef rumen (paunch) cleaned for food, used in dishes like menudo. This is edible offal of bovine animals, frozen, and not covered by more specific headings, so it falls under tariff item 0206.29.00 as 'Other'.
Frozen Beef Tail
Frozen oxtails from cattle, popular for braising and soups, typically sold bone-in. This is edible offal of bovine animals, frozen, and not covered by more specific headings, so it falls under tariff item 0206.29.00 as 'Other'.