Frozen Pork Spareribs Trimmed from Mexico
Frozen pork spareribs that have been membrane-removed and trimmed of excess fat during processing. HTS 0203.29.20.00 applies as processed frozen pork other than hams/shoulders, where trimming constitutes processing beyond basic freezing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit evidence of trimming (e.g
• weight loss certificates) to support processed classification over unprocessed ribs
• No allowance for bones/fat in duty weight per US notes; declare gross container weight accurately
• Pre-clear with APHIS for disease-free certification from exporting country