Canned Luncheon Meat

Canned luncheon meat is a spiced, emulsified blend of pork and other meats, steam-cooked in tins for shelf stability. It is included in HTS 1602.90.91.60 for other canned prepared meats not fitting specific pork or bovine categories.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.4%+17.5%23.9%
🇲🇽Mexico6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇨🇦Canada6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇩🇪Germany6.4%+10.0%16.4%
🇯🇵Japan6.4%+10.0%16.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

1602.10Lower: 16.4% vs 23.9%

If containing exclusively pork hams or shoulders

Homogeneous pork meat products from specific cuts classify under 1602.10.

0210.99Lower: 12.3% vs 23.9%

If uncanned and salted for preservation

Meat not prepared beyond salting falls under Chapter 2 salted meats.

1602.90Same rate: 23.9%

If in airtight containers under 1kg for retail

Retail-packed preserved meats have specific subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label with accurate species breakdown (e.g

pork shoulder, beef trimmings) for FSIS inspection

Submit prior notice to FDA via ACE system at least 2 hours before arrival

Avoid common pitfall of under-declaring shelf life, which can trigger re-export

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