Pork Cheeks Braised and Canned from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Distinguish from 'hams' by proving offal origin via slaughter records
• High fat content needs accurate declaration for yield calculations