Canned Potted Beef from China
Spreadable potted beef paste preserved in small airtight tins for appetizers. HTS 1601.00.40 applies as it is beef preserved exclusively in airtight containers without liquid media.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.4%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide microbial testing results showing low water activity for shelf stability
• Label net weight accurately; small tins often scrutinized for underfill
• Ensure no poultry admixture to avoid 1602.32 poultry prep classification