Andouille Pork Sausage
Andouille pork sausage is a spicy smoked sausage made from pork shoulder, garlic, and Cajun spices. It is a ready-to-cook or ready-to-eat processed meat product that falls under tariff item 1601.00.90 as 'Other' sausages, since it is not canned or in glass jars and is not specifically classified under the poultry or turkey subheadings.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the sausage is packed in cans or glass jars
Canned or jarred sausages are classified under the specific subheading for those containers.
If the sausage is made from fowls of the species Gallus domesticus
Poultry sausages are classified separately under the tariff item for chicken sausages.
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 product is not canned or in glass jars, as those fall under sibling items
• Verify the pork origin and have proper documentation for the CBSA, including a valid CFIA import permit if required
• Check for any tariff rate quotas on pork products that may apply
Related Products under Tariff item 1601.00.90
Italian Pork Sausage Links
Italian pork sausage links are fresh-style sausages flavored with fennel, garlic, and spices, sold in linked casings. They are processed pork sausages that fall under tariff item 1601.00.90 as 'Other' sausages, since they are not canned or in glass jars and are not poultry-based.
Kielbasa Pork Sausage
Kielbasa pork sausage is a Polish-style smoked pork sausage with a garlicky, firm texture. It is a processed pork sausage that falls under tariff item 1601.00.90 as 'Other' sausages, not being canned or in glass jars and not poultry-based.
Pork Andouille Sausage
Pork Andouille Sausage is a smoked, coarsely ground pork sausage seasoned with garlic, onions, and spices, typical of Cajun cuisine. It is classified under tariff item 1601.00.90 as an 'other' sausage not matching the specific subheadings for poultry or canned products. The product is a prepared meat product based on ground pork, falling within the scope of Chapter 16.
Pork Blood Sausage
Pork blood sausage is a traditional blood pudding made with pork blood and fat. It is a sausage product of meat and blood that falls under tariff item 1601.00.90 as 'Other' sausages, since it is not canned or in glass jars and is not poultry-based.
Pork Boudin Sausage
Pork boudin sausage is a Cajun rice-stuffed pork sausage with liver and spices. It is a pork-based sausage product that falls under tariff item 1601.00.90 as 'Other' sausages, not being canned or in glass jars and not poultry-based, despite the rice filler.
Pork Breakfast Sausage Links
Pork Breakfast Sausage Links are small, seasoned pork sausages formed into links, typically fried and served at breakfast. They are classified under tariff item 1601.00.90 as 'other' sausages, since they are not poultry-based and not packaged in cans or glass jars. The product is a fully prepared meat product based on ground pork, meeting the criteria of Chapter 16.