Preserved Pork Spleens from Germany
Preserved pork spleens are swine offal canned in their own juices or brine for culinary use. Classified in HTS 1602.49.10.00 as other prepared offal of swine. Preservation method ensures long shelf life, differentiating from Chapter 2 fresh offal.
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
• Spleens often used in traditional dishes; ensure cultural labeling compliance
• Provide supplier affidavits on no BSE-risk processing
• Watch moisture content for potential reclassification as dried (0710)