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Hungarian Goulash Beef Meal

Spicy paprika-seasoned beef stew with potatoes and bell peppers in a retort pouch. HTS 1602.50.90.20 for prepared bovine meals.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin Country	MFN Rate	Ch.99 Surcharges	Total Effective Rate
🇨🇳China	2.5%	+7.5%	10%
🇲🇽Mexico	2.5%	—	2.5%
🇨🇦Canada	2.5%	—	2.5%
🇩🇪Germany	2.5%	—	2.5%
🇯🇵Japan	2.5%	—	2.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2005.40.00.00Higher: 37.5% vs 10%

If potato-heavy vegetable stew

Potato preparations under Chapter 20.

0904.22Higher: 12.5% vs 10%

If paprika sold as flavor packet separate

Individual spices under Chapter 9.

1602.50Same rate: 10%

If luncheon meat style chunks

Specific canned beef forms differentiated.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Spice origin certificates if exotic blends used

• Thermal process validation for pouches

• Avoid 'stew' generic—specify full meal

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