Salted Iguana Meat
Salted green iguana (Iguana iguana) meat preserved with dry salt, a protein source in Latin American diets. HTS 0210.93.00.00 applies to salted reptile meat from lizards, excluding unfit products.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from birds (avian species)
Birds have separate 0210.92; reptiles strictly 0210.93.
If dried and mushroom-like processed
Dried vegetables Chapter 07, but animal meat remains Chapter 02.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• APHIS vs
• FWS jurisdiction check; farmed iguana often exempt from CITES
• Salt content documentation (>10% for preservation); full weight incl. salt
• Avoid bulk fat claims—no duty allowance per US notes
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