Pickled Beef Heart

Beef hearts preserved in vinegar pickle solution, popular in charcuterie. HTS 1602.50.08.00 covers this cured/pickled bovine offal without added cereals or vegetables. Typically sold whole or sliced.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.5%+7.5%12%
🇲🇽Mexico4.5%4.5%
🇨🇦Canada4.5%4.5%
🇩🇪Germany4.5%4.5%
🇯🇵Japan4.5%4.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1602.50Same rate: 12%

If bulk packed over 7kg

Larger industrial packs have different statistical reporting.

0206.80.00.00Higher: 17.5% vs 12%

If fresh or chilled offal

Uncured edible offal remains in fresh meat chapter.

1604.14.22Higher: 41% vs 12%

If misclassified due to processing confusion

Tuna products sometimes confused, but bovine stays in Chapter 16 meat.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct brine analysis to certify <2% vegetable matter threshold

Include slaughter and curing facility certifications in entry docs

Refrigerate below 40°F throughout supply chain per FSIS rules