Frozen Boneless Lamb Trim for Grinding from Japan

Frozen boneless lamb trimmings (80/20 lean/fat) suitable for sausage or ground meat. Classified in HTS 0204.43.20.00 as frozen boneless lamb cuts, often from Argentina under special lean beef provisions adapted for lamb. Bulk-packed for processors.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Specify lean/fat ratio on docs; CBP tests samples for compliance with declared specs

For Argentina, check quarterly 20k MT extra under 9903.54.01 if applicable to lamb analogs

Ensure no offal/bone contamination; FSIS reinspection mandatory for grind stock