Fresh Pork Loin Chops from Japan
Fresh pork loin chops are bone-in cuts from the loin primal of swine, typically sold refrigerated for retail. This product falls under HTS 0203.19.40.90 as fresh or chilled pork meat excluding hams, shoulders, and bellies. It is suitable for human consumption and not processed beyond basic cutting.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify refrigeration chain compliance with USDA FSIS requirements to prevent spoilage during transit
• Include detailed cutting specifications and primal origin in commercial invoices to avoid misclassification
• Be aware of country-specific beef quotas indirectly affecting pork import scrutiny; obtain prior approval if from quota nations