Chilled Pork Caul Fat
Chilled pork caul fat, the thin membrane fat from the stomach of pigs, free of lean meat, used for wrapping pâtés and terrines. This product is pig fat, chilled, not rendered or otherwise extracted, and is free of muscle tissue as required by the chapter notes.
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 caul fat is from poultry
Poultry fat is classified separately from pig fat.
If the fat has been rendered
Rendered pig fat is classified under heading 15.01.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the caul fat is free of any lean meat or offal remnants to meet the tariff description
• Maintain proper cold chain documentation to prove the chilled state at import
• Check with CFIA for any additional labeling requirements for animal fat products
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