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Brined Beef Cheeks

Bovine facial meat cheeks preserved in heavy brine solution for culinary use. Classified in HTS 0210.20.00.00 as brined meat of bovine animals. Ideal for slow-cooking in stews after rinsing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

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

0202.30.30Higher: 17.5% vs 7.5%

If frozen without brine

Frozen bovine meat offcuts without preservation stay in Chapter 2.

1602.50.90Higher: 10% vs 7.5%

If ground into sausage meat

Mechanically separated or ground preserved beef heads to prepared category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document brine concentration (>10% salt) to justify 0210 classification over fresh

• For bulk imports, use refrigerated containers to maintain integrity