Smokable Collagen Sausage Casing
Permeable collagen casings for hot smoked sausages like kielbasa, allowing flavor infusion while maintaining structure. These edible casings are classified under 3917.10.00 as artificial guts of hardened protein, meeting the specifications for smokable sausage production.
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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Consumer Products Safety · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37), and on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Equal To 3917100010; Equal To 3917100020; Equal To 3917100090; Equal To 3917100010; Equal To 3917100020; Equal To 3917100090. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
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 flexible tubes of other plastics
Flexible tubes of plastics, not reinforced, fall under subheading 3917.32.
If the casings are in sheet form for wrapping
Sheets of non-cellular polyethylene fall under heading 39.20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the casings are of hardened protein and are permeable, as this does not affect classification
• Ensure the product is not coated with non-protein substances that could change its essential character
• Keep documentation on the manufacturing process for CBSA review
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