Frozen Pork Shoulder Picnic Cut from Germany
Frozen cuts of pork shoulder from the picnic region, typically bone-in or boneless, suitable for roasting or slow cooking. Classified under HTS 0203.29.4000 as frozen pork meat, other cuts excluding hams, shoulders, and bellies. Excludes fresh or chilled pork and products unfit for human consumption per chapter notes.
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
• Verify dutiable weight includes bones and fat per US notes; no allowance for normal components
• Confirm origin quotas especially for high-volume countries like Canada or Mexico
• Obtain USDA import permit and ensure product is fit for human consumption