Salted Hog Bungs from Germany
Large hog intestines (bungs) preserved in salt, primarily for sausage casing production. HTS 0504.00.00.60 covers salted guts of animals other than fish. Not considered edible per chapter exclusions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include detailed invoice specifying 'industrial use only' to avoid food import scrutiny
• Comply with FSIS prior notification for ruminant or porcine products entering the US
• Test for salt content to confirm preservation method matches declaration