Hormel Tamales with Pork and Beef Filling from Germany
Canned tamales featuring a savory filling of mixed pork and beef in corn masa, preserved for shelf stability. This fits HTS 1602.49.60.00 as a prepared meat product with pork-beef mixture as essential character.
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
• Labeling must specify 'pork and beef' content per FDA rules to match HTS declaration
• Obtain country-specific meat import permits from APHIS/USDA before shipment
• Avoid declaring as 'stuffed vegetables' to prevent misclassification