Canned Corned Beef from Germany
Canned corned beef is fully cooked beef brisket cured with salt, spices, and preservatives, packed in airtight containers for long-term storage. It falls under HTS 1601.00.40.10 as a sausage-like product of beef in airtight cans, ready for consumption without further cooking. This classification applies to retail-ready preparations based on beef.
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
• Verify the beef content exceeds 50% and ensure airtight sealing certification to meet HTS 1601 criteria
• Obtain FDA prior notice and comply with USDA labeling for processed meat products to avoid detention
• Watch for country-of-origin marking pitfalls; re-exported goods may require additional documentation