Frozen Bovine Tongues from Japan
Frozen tongues from cattle, classified as edible offal under HTS 0206.90.00 because they are a non-carcass edible organ from bovine animals, preserved by freezing. This product is commonly used in ethnic cuisines for stews and grilling after thawing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify origin country against beef quotas in US Note to Chapter 2 to avoid over-quota duties; include entire container weight for canned products per US notes
• Ensure USDA FSIS prior approval and health certificates confirming fitness for human consumption