A1 Steak Sauce
A1 Steak Sauce is a tangy, tomato-based sauce blended with vinegar, raisins, and spices, designed to enhance the flavor of meat dishes. It is classified under tariff item 2103.20.90 as an 'other' tomato sauce, distinct from tomato ketchup due to its unique savory profile and intended use as a steak condiment.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
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 product is marketed and sold as tomato ketchup
Tomato ketchup is a separate tariff item under the same subheading, with a distinct definition and duty rate.
If the sauce is not predominantly tomato-based
Other sauces and preparations not elsewhere specified may fall under this residual heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is clearly labeled as a steak sauce, not ketchup, to avoid misclassification
• Declare the correct 10-digit tariff code 2103.20.90.00 on customs documents
• Verify that the sauce does not contain meat or meat by-products exceeding 20% by weight, which would shift classification to Chapter 16
Related Products under Tariff item 2103.20.90
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Amatriciana Tomato Sauce is a traditional Italian sauce made with tomatoes, guanciale (cured pork cheek), pecorino cheese, and white wine. Despite containing meat-derived ingredients from the rendering of guanciale, it is classified as a tomato-based sauce preparation under tariff item 2103.20.90 because the tomato content predominates and the meat elements are integral to the sauce's character rather than constituting a separate meat preparation. This sauce is typically used as a pasta topping, especially with bucatini.
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