Canned Beef Liver Pate from China
Sterilized canned pate from beef liver, fortified with onions and herbs for flavor. This qualifies under HTS 1602.20.40.00 as a preserved 'other' animal liver product, distinct from fresh or frozen livers in Chapter 2. Popular in European-style charcuterie.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.2%
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
• Include commercial invoice detailing liver percentage and processing method (e.g
• aseptic canning) for smooth CBP review
• Comply with FSIS prior notification for meat imports; delays occur without 48-hour advance filing