Canned Spam Classic

Canned Spam Classic is a branded pork shoulder and ham mixture, cooked and canned for preservation. It matches HTS 1601.00.20.10 as canned pork sausage product, per tariff definitions for meat-based preserves.

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.

1602.49Lower: 16.4% vs 17.5%

If low-salt or diet formulation with additives

Special preparations with non-traditional binders use other 1602 subheadings.

2005.80.00.00Higher: 40.6% vs 17.5%

If Vinegar-preserved meats classify under Chapter 20 preserves.

1905.90.10Higher: 25% vs 17.5%

If sold as part of a ready-to-eat meal set

Bakery sets with meat inclusions go to Chapter 19 for composite goods.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Register brand name with CBP for trademark recordation to prevent counterfeits

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