Italian Pork Sausage Links from Mexico
Fresh-style pork sausages flavored with fennel, garlic, and spices, typically sold in linked casings. Classified under HTS 1601.00.20 as pork-based sausages, even if uncooked, due to their processed sausage form. Excludes fresh cuts or ground pork.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide FSIS import permits and ensure pathogen testing for Salmonella and Trichinella
• Document casing material and meat ratio to prevent reclassification as ground meat
• Check for additives; exceeding blood content may trigger different subheadings