Canned Beef and Gravy from China
Chunks of cooked bovine beef simmered in thickened gravy, hermetically sealed for long shelf life. Classified in HTS 1602.50.90.40 as other prepared bovine meat, emphasizing the meat component over sauce. Ideal for quick meals or as a base for casseroles.
Duty Rate — China → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for pH under 4.6 if low-acid to qualify for reduced FDA oversight
• Declare exact beef cut origins to facilitate customs meat inspection
• Avoid generic 'stew meat' labels that invite Chapter 20 vegetable scrutiny