Frozen Bone-In Beef Short Ribs
Frozen beef short ribs with bone in, imported under U.S. quota provisions from eligible countries like Uruguay. Classified in 0202.20.50.90 as other bone-in frozen bovine cuts meeting note 3 criteria. Primarily used for braising or smoking after trimming.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐จ๐ณChina | Free | +7.5% | 7.5% |
| ๐ฒ๐ฝMexico | Free | โ | Free |
| ๐จ๐ฆCanada | Free | โ | Free |
| ๐ฉ๐ชGermany | Free | โ | Free |
| ๐ฏ๐ตJapan | Free | โ | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If boneless short ribs
Removal of bone reclassifies to boneless frozen beef cuts in 0202.30 series.
If cooked or prepared
Cooked or preserved beef ribs move to Chapter 16 prepared meats, not fresh/frozen Chapter 2.
If specifically enumerated cut like chuck
Certain named bone-in cuts have dedicated subheadings outside the 'other' category.
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Import Tips & Compliance
โข Confirm quarterly quota balances for origin country to time imports correctly
โข Label clearly as 'frozen bone-in' to match HTS description
โข Prepare for CBP inspection of temperature logs
Related Products under HTS 0202.20.50.90
Frozen Bone-In Beef Chuck Blade Roast
Frozen beef chuck blade roast with bone in, sourced from countries like Australia or New Zealand under quota provisions of additional U.S. note 3. This cut is from the shoulder area and classified under 0202.20.50.90 as other bone-in cuts described in the note and entered pursuant to its provisions. It is unfit for immediate retail but suitable for further processing or portioning.
Frozen Bone-In Beef Brisket Whole
Whole frozen brisket with bone in, entered pursuant to U.S. beef import quotas under additional note 3 from countries like the UK. Falls under 0202.20.50.90 as other bone-in frozen cuts. Ideal for smoking or slow cooking applications.
Frozen Bone-In Beef Flank
Frozen beef flank cuts with bone in, classified under 0202.20.50.90 for quota-eligible imports from New Zealand or others. This abdominal cut retains bone for structural integrity during freezing and transport.
Frozen Bone-In Beef Plate
Frozen beef plate (navel/skirt area) with bone in, imported under note 3 provisions into the US. HTS 0202.20.50.90 covers this as other bone-in frozen bovine meat cuts from quota countries.
Frozen Bone-In Beef Neck
Frozen beef neck bones with attached meat, entered pursuant to additional U.S. note 3 quotas. Classified 0202.20.50.90 as other bone-in cuts, often used for stocks or ground beef.
Frozen Bone-In Beef Shank
Frozen beef shank with bone in from fore and hind legs, quota-eligible under note 3. HTS 0202.20.50.90 for these other bone-in frozen cuts, valued for slow-cooking tenderness.