Braised Pork Shoulder in Brine
Pork shoulder cuts braised and preserved in brine solution in jars or pouches. Classified under HTS 1602.42.40.00 for other prepared or preserved shoulders and cuts thereof of swine, as it is a ready-to-eat preserved product.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically labeled as 'hams' rather than shoulders
Hams have distinct classification even if from similar shoulder regions, separating them from 'other' cuts.
If dried and intended as ingredient rather than ready-to-eat
Dried leguminous vegetables mixed with pork shift to Chapter 7 if primary component changes.
If mixed with vegetables and pickled for retail
Vegetable-based preparations with meat inclusions fall under Chapter 20 for preserved fruits/vegetables.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Conduct residue testing for antibiotics and hormones as required by FSIS for pork imports
• Use ISF filings at least 24 hours prior to loading to prevent holds on perishable meat shipments
• Avoid misdeclaration of cut type, as shoulders must be distinctly separated from hams during inspection
Related Products under HTS 1602.42.40.00
Canned Pork Shoulder
Fully cooked and preserved pork shoulder meat packed in cans, ready for consumption. This product falls under HTS 1602.42.40.00 as it is prepared or preserved pork shoulder, categorized as 'other' shoulders and cuts thereof from swine, excluding hams and specific cuts.
Smoked Pork Shoulder Chunks
Chunks of pork shoulder smoked and vacuum-sealed for preservation. This fits HTS 1602.42.40.00 as other prepared shoulders and cuts of swine, processed beyond simple curing.
Preserved Pork Butt Roast
Pork butt (shoulder) roast preserved through cooking and canning. HTS 1602.42.40.00 applies to this other prepared shoulder cut of swine, distinct from fresh or simply cured forms.
Cooked Pork Picnic Shoulder
Picnic cut from pork shoulder, fully cooked and preserved in retort pouches. Classified in HTS 1602.42.40.00 for other preserved shoulders and cuts thereof of swine.