Dried Pork Jowl from Japan
Pork jowl (cheek) air-dried or salt-cured, a traditional ingredient in charcuterie or guanciale-style cures. HTS 0210.19.00 covers dried meat of swine, preserved without cooking. Distinct from fresh offal or preserved products.
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
• Label with exact preservation method (dried vs brined) for CBP verification
• Ensure airtight container weights include full contents per US note on dutiable weight
• Avoid pitfalls by sourcing from quota-exempt countries like Canada or Mexico