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Smoked Python Fillets

Smoked fillets from Burmese python (Python bivittatus) are dried and smoked for preservation, popular in Asian and gourmet markets. Classified under HTS 0210.93.00.00 as smoked reptile meat from snakes, distinct from fresh or canned forms.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.3%+17.5%19.8%
🇲🇽Mexico2.3%+10.0%12.3%
🇨🇦Canada2.3%+10.0%12.3%
🇩🇪Germany2.3%+10.0%12.3%
🇯🇵Japan2.3%+10.0%12.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

0210.99Lower: 12.3% vs 19.8%

If from non-reptile species like birds or mammals

Heading 0210.99 covers other salted, dried, or smoked meats excluding reptiles, which have their specific subheading.

0713.39Lower: 10% vs 19.8%

If dried and intended as a vegetable-like dehydrated product

Dried leguminous vegetables are under Chapter 07, but reptile meat remains in Chapter 02 unless processed beyond recognition.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Secure CITES export permit from origin country as pythons are Appendix II species; pair with USFWS import declaration

Provide lab tests for pathogens and heavy metals common in wild-caught reptiles; label as 'smoked' to match HTS

Avoid common error of declaring as 'dried' only—specify smoking process; ensure packaging prevents moisture to maintain classification