Lamb Merguez Sausage
Spicy North African-style lamb merguez sausage made with ground lamb shoulder, harissa, and preserved in sheep casings. HTS 1601.00.60.80 covers this as other meat sausages.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as turkey-based merguez imitation
Poultry-based versions classify under turkey preparations in 1602.31.
If uncooked fresh merguez links
Uncooked sausages requiring cooking fall under prepared but uncooked Chapter 2 meat.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide halal slaughter certificates if marketed as such for consumer trust
• Fatty acid profile testing required for high-fat lamb products
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