Canadian Back Bacon Slices

Smoked pork belly cuts prepared in peameal style, known as Canadian bacon. Though from loin area primarily, belly cuts qualify under HTS 0210.12.0020 when salted/smoked. Distinct from American streaky bacon.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0210.11.00Same rate: 17.5%

If hams or cuts thereof from hind legs

Pork leg cuts (hams) use separate subheading even when similarly salted/smoked.

1601.00.60Higher: 20.7% vs 17.5%

If canned pork shoulders mislabeled as bacon

Prepared sausage products including bacon-like mixes fall under preserved meats.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Leverage Canada’s unlimited quota status but still require APHIS veterinary certification

Ensure moisture content documentation to distinguish from fresh meat classifications