Canned Barbecue Beef from Japan
Shredded beef in tangy barbecue sauce, canned for retail sale and shelf stability. This qualifies under HTS 1601.00.40.90 as an 'other' beef food preparation in airtight containers, akin to sausage-like processed meats. The sauce integrates it as a complete meal product.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure sauce ingredients comply with FDA prior notice; list all allergens like soy in BBQ mixes
• Provide heat penetration data if audited, proving commercial sterility for airtight seal claims
• Avoid bulk packaging misclass as 0201; retail-ready cans confirm 1601 status