Salted Pork Belly from Japan
Pork belly preserved in salt, used for bacon production or direct cooking. HTS 0210.99.91.00 covers this as other salted meat not elsewhere specified, distinct from fresh pork (0203) or unfit products excluded by chapter notes.
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
• No duty allowance for bones, fat, or skin—full weight is dutiable; provide lab tests confirming salt content for preservation
• Check supplier country against beef quotas if blended, though pork is unlimited