Cellulose Sausage Casings for Industrial Use
Seamless tubular casings made from regenerated cellulose, used in meat processing to encase sausages during production. These cellulosic artificial guts are classified under tariff item 3917.10.00 as they are made of cellulosic materials and are not hardened protein.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the casings are presented as sheets or film rather than tubes
Plates, sheets, film, foil and strip of plastics, not cellular, not reinforced, of polymers of ethylene.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the casings are made of cellulosic materials and not hardened protein to classify correctly
• Verify the goods are not printed with motifs that would shift classification to Chapter 49
• Keep commercial invoices detailing the material composition for CBSA inspection
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