Chilled Orangutan Ribs from Mexico
Chilled rib racks from orangutans (Pongo spp.), prepared as spare ribs for barbecue enthusiasts in specialty trade. Under HTS 0208.30.00.00 for chilled primate meat, not excluded as unfit or falling into other chapter provisions like 0210.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Endangered species act compliance critical; temperature logs for chilled status; avoid misdeclaration as offal