Brined Pork Rinds
Brined pork rinds are pork skin preserved in brine before frying, classified as meat offal. They fall under tariff item 0210.99.90 as 'Other' meat, since they are not poultry and are not rendered fat. The product is fit for human consumption and used as a snack or ingredient.
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 |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the pork rinds are not rendered fat, as that would fall under Chapter 15
• Provide a certificate of origin if claiming preferential duty rates
• Verify that the brining process complies with Canadian food safety standards
Related Products under Tariff item 0210.99.90
Brined Lamb Tongues
Brined lamb tongues are edible offal from sheep, preserved in brine for extended shelf life. They fall under tariff item 0210.99.90 as 'Other' meat, since they are not poultry and are not covered by other specific items in this subheading. The product is fit for human consumption and used in various culinary applications.
Dried Beef Biltong
Dried beef biltong is South African-style dried and spiced beef strips, preserved by drying without smoking. It falls under tariff item 0210.99.90 as 'Other' meat, since it is not poultry and is not covered by other specific items in this subheading. The product is fit for human consumption and distinct from fresh beef in headings 0201 or 0202.