Frozen Pork Rinds Processed from Mexico
Frozen pork rinds (back fat/skin) that have been processed by removing meat and rendering partially. Under HTS 0203.29.20.00 as processed frozen pork, treated as other cuts post-processing, not qualifying as offal or fat products.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Distinguish from Chapter 15 fats via processing records showing it's primarily skin/meat tissue
• Label as 'processed pork' with fat content disclosure; comply with full container weight rules
• Ensure supplier provides Halal/Kosher certs if marketed as such to avoid misdeclaration