Potted Pork Paste
Potted pork paste is a sterilized spread made from finely ground pork meat, preserved without vegetables or grains. It falls under this tariff item as other prepared or preserved swine meat, not matching subheadings for sausages or homogenized infant 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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the paste is finely homogenized and packaged for infants or dietetic purposes in containers up to 250 g
Homogenized preparations of meat for special dietary use are classified here, taking precedence over other subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the paste contains only pork and no added vegetables or grains to maintain this classification
• Provide CBSA with sterilization and packaging details
• Verify the product is shelf-stable and meets Canadian import regulations for meat spreads
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