Dried Beef Weasand

Dried beef esophagus (weasand) used in pet treats or leatherworking. Classified in HTS 0504.00.00.60 for dried animal guts other than fish. Chapter notes deem this non-edible.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0511.99.40Higher: 36.1% vs 17.5%

If considered animal waste or parings rather than whole guts

Waste products from hides/skins fall under heading 0511, separate from intact guts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use tamper-evident packaging to maintain integrity and prove non-edible status

Reference APHIS import permit PPQ 587 for raw animal products

Avoid 'treat' terminology in docs to prevent Chapter 23 shift