Fresh Hog Belly Whole from Mexico
Fresh hog belly whole pieces are complete ventral sections from mature swine, fresh and unprocessed. Under HTS 0203.19.40.10 as other fresh swine bellies, distinct from offal or unfit products excluded by chapter notes. Popular for bacon production.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm origin country eligibility avoiding quota-restricted nations without USTR exceptions
• Include foreign veterinary certificate specifying 'fresh bellies' and slaughter date
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as 'chilled' which changes duty rates and entry procedures