Shelf-Stable Chicken Meatballs in BBQ Sauce from Mexico
Pre-cooked chicken meatballs preserved in barbecue sauce within cans or pouches. HTS 1602.39.00.45 covers this as other prepared poultry meat products.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Ensure sauce acidity levels meet low-acid canned food standards
• Document heat processing parameters for CBP/FDA audits
• Use ISF filing 24 hours prior for ocean shipments