Chilled Ass Meat Carcass from Japan
Whole or partial carcass of ass meat, chilled to below freezing but above 0°C for transport. This falls under HTS 0205.00.00.00 covering chilled meat of asses, excluding any unfit for human consumption as per chapter exclusions.
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
• Use refrigerated containers maintaining chill temp; provide temp logs for CBP inspection
• Label clearly as 'ass meat' to prevent confusion with bovine products
• Secure veterinary export certificate confirming no BSE or other risks