Frozen Pork Back Fat from Japan
Frozen pig back fat trimmed free of lean meat, used in sausage making and baking. Falls under HTS 0209.90.00.00 as unrendered pig fat in frozen form, separate from rendered lard or meat-containing products. Not covered by poultry fat provisions.
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
• Ensure supplier documentation specifies 'free of lean meat' with photos or certificates to prevent disputes at entry
• Comply with FSIS import requirements including slaughterhouse approval and residue testing for antibiotics
• Declare net weight accurately; no allowance for bones or skin per US notes on meat duties