Share:

Fresh Pork Carcass

A whole fresh pork carcass from swine, typically weighing around 180-250 pounds, delivered chilled without further processing. Classified under HTS 0203.11.00.00 as fresh or chilled carcasses of swine, excluding any cuts or trimmings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0203.21.00.00Same rate: 17.5%

If frozen

Frozen swine carcasses shift to subheading 0203.21 for frozen meat.

0203.19Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If cut into primal sections like shoulder or loin

Hams, shoulders, or cuts beyond whole/half carcass classify under 0203.19.

0209Lower: 13.2% vs 17.5%

If unfit for human consumption due to spoilage

Chapter note excludes unfit animal products to heading 0209.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain USDA FSIS prior approval and health certificates confirming disease-free status

Declare full carcass weight including bones and fat; no deductions allowed per US notes

Verify no quota restrictions apply based on exporting country like Canada or EU nations