Other
Guts, bladders and stomachs of animals (other than fish), whole and pieces thereof, fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, in brine, dried or smoked > Prepared for use as sausage casings: > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 0504.00.00.40
Hog Sausage Casings Natural
Natural hog intestines prepared and cleaned for use as sausage casings, typically salted or in brine to preserve them. These fall under HTS 0504.00.0040 as they are animal guts (from pigs) specifically processed for sausage production but classified as 'other' prepared casings. They are not fish-derived and exclude edible products per chapter notes.
Sheep Sausage Casings Salted
Salted sheep intestines processed into thin casings ideal for small-diameter sausages like breakfast links. Classified under HTS 0504.00.0040 as 'other' prepared animal guts for sausage use, distinct from fish and excluding hides or edible items per chapter exclusions. Preservation via salting ensures flexibility and hygiene.
Beef B Bung Sausage Casings
Large beef blind intestines (bung) prepared, cleaned, and salted for casing large salami or bologna sausages. HTS 0504.00.0040 covers these as 'other' prepared cattle guts for sausage production, adhering to chapter notes excluding edible products and hides. They provide natural barrier and aesthetic appeal.
Smoked Hog Intestine Casings
Lightly smoked hog casings for specialty sausages, prepared and preserved via smoking. HTS 0504.00.0040 includes these as 'other' smoked animal guts for casings, excluding edible uses per chapter (a). Provides unique flavor profile.
Calibrated Sheep Cap Casings
Calibrated caps from sheep large intestines for frankfurter ends, brined for use. 'Other' prepared under HTS 0504.00.0040 as non-fish animal stomachs/guts for sausage. Precision sizing ensures uniform stuffing.
Salted Beef Seam Casings
Salted beef seams from cecum for large ring sausages. HTS 0504.00.0040 'other' prepared guts. Durable for heavy fills.
Brined Pork A Casings
Brined pork 'A' grade runners for premium sausages. Prepared 'other' under 0504.00.0040.
Frozen Sheep Round Casings
Frozen rounds from sheep small intestines, prepared for thawing and use.
Dried Hog Narrow Casings
Narrow dried hog casings for snack sticks.
Beef Round Salted Casings
Salted beef rounds for pepperoni.
Caprine Goat Casings Brined
Brined goat intestines for specialty ethnic sausages.
Equine Blind Gut Casings
Prepared horse blind guts for large casings (rare use).
Mixed Species Sausage Casings
Blended hog/sheep casings bundles, prepared.
Porcine Runner Sausage Casings
Runner sections from pork intestines, soaked, salted, and graded for medium sausages. These 'other' prepared pig guts under HTS 0504.00.0040 are non-edible, processed specifically for encasing ground meat mixtures per chapter definitions. Ideal for Italian or chorizo styles.
Dry Beef Middle Sausage Casings
Dried beef small intestines processed into middles for ring bologna or summer sausage. Classified as 'other' under HTS 0504.00.0040 for prepared non-fish animal guts used as casings, consistent with chapter notes on non-edible status. Drying preserves without refrigeration.