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Fresh Beef Brain

Whole bovine brains, fresh or chilled, used in specialty foods where permitted. HTS 0206.10.00.00 for edible offal, subject to BSE restrictions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+25.0%25%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree—Free
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree—Free
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree—Free
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0206.29.00.00Lower: 7.5% vs 25%

If frozen brains

Frozen bovine offal subheading.

0511.99.40Higher: 36.1% vs 25%

If rendered or inedible

Non-edible animal products to heading 0511.

0504.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 25%

If industrial/non-food use

Chapter note (a) excludes unfit products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• BSE certification mandatory; many countries prohibited for brain imports

• Rapid chilling post-slaughter essential for classification and safety

• Limited market; confirm demand before large shipments