Fresh Bone-In Pork Shoulder Picnic Cut from Germany
A fresh, bone-in pork shoulder picnic cut derived from the lower portion of the pork shoulder, processed by trimming and basic preparation while retaining the bone. Classified under HTS 0203.12.10.20 as fresh/chilled shoulders and cuts thereof with bone in that are processed. This cut is popular for slow cooking and barbecue due to its marbling and flavor.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify 'processed' status via trimming records to meet HTS 0203.12 criteria; unprocessed wholesale shoulders may shift to 0203.11
• Include full container weight in dutiable calculations per US notes; provide refrigeration chain documentation for chilled meat
• Check country-specific beef quotas indirectly affecting pork supply chains and ensure USDA/FSIS prior approval for animal health