Pork Cheeks Braised and Canned from Germany
Braised pork cheeks are swine offal slowly cooked and canned, valued in gastronomy. HTS 1602.49.10.00 for other prepared swine offal, as cheeks are variety meat not muscle cuts. Braising counts as preparation per Chapter 16.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Distinguish from 'hams' by proving offal origin via slaughter records
• High fat content needs accurate declaration for yield calculations