Frozen Pork Leg Trimmed Processed from Japan
Frozen pork leg meat trimmed of sinew and excess connective tissue for tenderness. Classified under HTS 0203.29.20.00 as other processed frozen pork due to the fabrication steps involved.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include fabrication specs in commercial invoice to substantiate processing claim
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete origin declarations triggering quota holds
• Partner with licensed customs broker familiar with meat quotas