Veal Liver Pate in Tin
Delicate pate from veal liver, herbs, and wine, preserved in metal tins. HTS 1602.20.40.00 covers this as prepared calf liver product under 'other' animal livers. Gourmet item for charcuterie boards.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for industrial use in pet food manufacturing
End-use determines shift from consumer food to Chapter 16 general prepared meats.
If cheese-liver blend over 50% dairy
Dairy-dominant mixtures classify under Chapter 4 cheeses.
If from caviar sturgeon livers
Aquatic invertebrate livers go to specific fish preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Age verification for veal (under 3 months) via slaughter records prevents misclassification as adult beef
• BSE country restrictions apply—provide negative test certificates for EU/UK origins
• Avoid bulk packaging misdeclared as industrial to prevent retail duty hikes
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Canned Beef Liver Pate
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