Brined Pork Spareribs

Pork spareribs soaked in brine for preservation, often used in barbecue after further cooking. Classified in 0210.19.00 for swine meat in brine, not fresh or cooked. Meets chapter criteria for preserved but unprepared meat.

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%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

0203.12Lower: 10% vs 35%

If fresh, chilled, or frozen ribs

Unbrined spareribs are carcass cuts under 0203.

1602.42.20Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If roasted or barbecued for retail

Cooked pork preparations go to 1602.

0210Same rate: 35%

If bulk meat meals from swine

If ground into flour or meal, uses other subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Submit brine concentration affidavits to confirm classification over fresh ribs

• No weight allowances for bones; report gross weight accurately

• Consult USTR for annual quotas if importing from New Zealand or Uruguay

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