Fresh Pork Butt Roast from Germany
Fresh upper shoulder cut from the pig's forequarter, bone-in, ideal for slow cooking. HTS 0203.19.40 covers this as 'other' fresh/chilled swine meat not matching specific cuts like shoulder picnic.
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
• Provide anatomical diagrams confirming 'butt' vs 'picnic' distinction for accurate 0203.19.40 classification
• No bone allowance in dutiable weight; declare full gross weight per US Chapter Note
• Pre-clear FSIS veterinary inspection; watch for trichinae certification requirements