Frozen Bone-In Beef Ribs (Chuck End)

Frozen chuck-end beef ribs with bone in, entered under chapter 2 note 3 from quota nations like Uruguay. Classed in HTS 0202.20.50 for other frozen bone-in bovine meat. Popular for smoking.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFreeโ€”Free
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFreeโ€”Free
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFreeโ€”Free
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFreeโ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0202.20.30Higher: 17.5% vs 7.5%

If non-quota entry

Lack of quota provision compliance moves to general other bone-in without note 3.

0208.90Higher: 16.4% vs 7.5%

If from young calf

Veal or calf meat uses separate fresh/frozen heading 0208.

0710.80.70Higher: 46.3% vs 7.5%

If frozen and dried

Dried frozen state reclassifies to chapter 7 frozen vegetables/fruits, but meats typically stay in 02 unless processed.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Distinguish chuck ribs from short ribs to stay in correct subheading

โ€ข Monitor USTR quarterly limits for Argentina lean trimmings

โ€ข Certify no animal blood/guts per chapter notes

Related Products under HTS 0202.20.50

Frozen Bone-In Beef Chuck Roast

Frozen beef chuck roast with bone in, sourced from countries like Australia or New Zealand under quota limits in additional U.S. note 3 to chapter 2. Classified under HTS 0202.20.50 as other frozen bone-in cuts of bovine animals meeting quota entry provisions. Excludes prime cuts like loins or ribs.

Frozen Bone-In Beef Brisket

Frozen brisket cuts from bovine animals with bone in, imported from quota-eligible countries like Uruguay under U.S. note 3 provisions. Falls under HTS 0202.20.50 for other frozen bone-in bovine meat excluding specified premium cuts. Common in bulk for further processing.

Frozen Bone-In Beef Shank

Frozen shanks from bovine animals retaining bone in, entered pursuant to chapter 2 additional U.S. note 3 quotas from suppliers like the UK. HTS 0202.20.50 covers these other bone-in frozen cuts unfit for premium classification. Used in soups and stews.

Frozen Bone-In Beef Plate

Frozen beef plate short ribs with bone in, from quota countries such as New Zealand under U.S. note 3. Classified in HTS 0202.20.50 as other frozen bone-in bovine cuts beyond named exceptions. Ideal for barbecue processing.

Frozen Bone-In Beef Neck

Frozen beef neck bones and attached meat, imported under additional U.S. note 3 from Australia. HTS 0202.20.50 for other bone-in frozen bovine meat entered per quota limits. Often used for stocks and broths.

Frozen Bone-In Beef Flank

Frozen flank cuts with bone in from bovine animals, pursuant to U.S. note 3 quotas from Mexico or Canada (unlimited). HTS 0202.20.50 designates these as other bone-in frozen cuts. Suitable for ethnic cuisines.