Chilled Bone-In Pork Shoulder Country Style Ribs from Japan
Chilled bone-in country style pork ribs cut from the upper shoulder blade end, processed through trimming and rib separation while retaining bones. Under HTS 0203.12.10.20 for processed chilled shoulders and cuts thereof with bone in. These meaty ribs are favored for grilling and slow smoking.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Prove 'cut thereof' status with butcher diagrams; country-style ribs must derive from shoulder to avoid rib subheadings
• Ensure no hide/skin remnants as no duty allowance per US notes; use vacuum packaging for chilled integrity
• File with exact statistical suffix .10.20 and monitor annual swine import trends for licensing