Pork Liver Pâté in Glass Jars from Japan
Pork liver pâté is a smooth paste made from pork liver, fat, and seasonings, preserved in glass jars for extended shelf life. Classified under HTS 1602.49.90.00 as 'other' prepared or preserved meat offal of swine, excluding specific types like sausages.
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
• Obtain FDA prior notice and ensure pathogen testing for liver products to meet import safety standards
• Declare exact offal content; mixtures under 50% meat may reclassify