Brined Pork Cheeks

Pork cheeks preserved in heavy brine solution for culinary use in stews. Classified as 'other' brined swine meat under 0210.19.00.90, not fitting hams or bellies. Chapter notes confirm inclusion as edible offal-like cuts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽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.

0203.29Lower: 10% vs 35%

If fresh or chilled

Fresh pork cuts under 0203; brining constitutes preservation for 0210.

1602.41.10Lower: 23.9% vs 35%

If prepared hams/shoulders

Specific prepared pork in 1602; simple brining stays in 0210.

0511.99Lower: 11.1% vs 35%

If animal blood products

US note excludes blood to 0511; pure meat in 0210.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare brine weight per US note for dutiable value; ensure halal/kosher labeling if claimed; watch for re-export restrictions on quota goods