Canned Roast Beef from China
Canned roast beef consists of boneless beef cuts slow-roasted, seasoned, and sealed in airtight tins for shelf stability. Classified under HTS 1601.00.40.10 due to its beef-based composition and canning process mimicking sausage preparations. Ideal for emergency rations or quick meals.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Label with accurate net weight and 'product of' origin to comply with FSIS import requirements
• Test for airtight integrity during inspection to prevent reclassification as fresh meat
• Avoid common pitfall of insufficient thermal processing documentation, which can lead to recalls