Pork Rillettes in Jar from Mexico
Traditional French pork rillettes, slow-cooked shredded pork belly preserved in its own fat, without any cereal or vegetable ingredients. Classified under HTS 1602.49.40.00 as other prepared or preserved swine meat lacking cereals or vegetables.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Confirm pure pork composition via supplier affidavits to avoid reclassification as a mixture
• Label products clearly as 'pork rillettes' with full nutritional info per FDA rules for shelf-stable meats
• Watch for common pitfalls like undeclared vegetable oils, which could trigger vegetable-containing subheadings