Chilled Goat Shoulder Roast from Japan
Bone-in goat shoulder roast, chilled to just above freezing for short-term transport, ideal for slow cooking stews. It is classified under HTS 0204.50.00.00 as chilled meat of goats, distinct from fresh or frozen, and compliant with chapter exclusions for unfit products.
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
• Provide continuous temperature logs proving chilled state (0-4°C) to avoid reclassification
• Label with country of origin and processing details; ensure no bone weight deductions