Fresh Pork Country Style Ribs from Germany
Fresh country style ribs are boneless or semi-boneless cuts from pork shoulder/butt, chilled. Classified in HTS 0203.19.40.90 as miscellaneous fresh/chilled swine meat. Versatile for various cooking methods.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Specify fabrication method (boneless vs bone-in) in entry docs to prevent reclass
• Test for fat/bone allowance in weight declarations per US notes
• Use licensed customs brokers familiar with meat TRQs